Meaning of the word poetic in English

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poetic

US /poʊˈet̬.ɪk/

UK /poʊˈet̬.ɪk/

relating to or characteristic of poetry

Example:

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His writing has a very poetic quality.

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The ancient texts contain many poetic verses.

Synonym:

lyrical verse rhythmic

having an imaginative or sensitively expressive quality

Example:

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The sunset over the ocean was a truly poetic sight.

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Her movements were so graceful and poetic.

Synonym:

evocative expressive imaginative artistic

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