Definitions

1. adjective

relating to or characterized by an iamb, especially in poetry; having an unstressed syllable followed by a stressed syllable in each foot

“The poet’s iambic rhythm created a soothing atmosphere.”

2. noun

a foot or metrical foot consisting of an unstressed syllable followed by a stressed syllable

“The poem’s iambic meter made it easy to follow.”

3. noun

a metrical foot in verse, especially in verse with a regular rhythm

“The poet mastered the use of iambic in her writing.”