Meaning & use
poetic
Relating to or having the qualities of poetry, such as rhythm, imagery, or emotional intensity.
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Her poetic description of the storm made the scene feel almost alive.
He has a poetic way of talking about even the most ordinary events.
A note on using this word
'Poetic justice' is a common fixed phrase describing a fitting, ironic outcome, distinct from the literal meaning of poetic.
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