Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
enjambment
noun
/ɛnˈdʒæm.mənt/
Definition
Enjambment is the continuation of a sentence or clause across a line break in poetry.
Examples
- In the poem, the use of enjambment creates a seamless connection between the lines.
- The poet employed enjambment to enhance the emotional impact of the piece.
- Many famous poets, such as Walt Whitman and John Keats, frequently used enjambment in their works.
Meaning
It allows a thought to flow from one line of verse to the next without a pause, creating a sense of movement and urgency.
Synonyms
- Continuation
- Run-on
