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