Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

versification

noun
/ˌvɜːrsɪfɪˈkeɪʃən/
Definition
The act or process of composing verses or poetry.
Examples
  • Shakespeare’s mastery of versification is evident in his plays and sonnets.
  • Studying versification can enhance one’s understanding of poetic forms.
  • She excelled in versification, crafting beautiful poems that resonated with many.
Meaning
Versification refers to the method of arranging words in a rhythmic or metrical structure to create poetry. It involves following specific patterns of rhythm and rhyme.
Synonyms
  • poetry
  • meter
  • rhyme scheme
  • stanza formation