iambist

/aɪˈæmbɪst/

Definitions

1. noun

A poet or writer who uses iambic meter, especially in a way that is considered to be inferior to the iambic pentameter of classical Greek and Latin poetry.

“The poet was criticized for being an iambist, using a meter that deviated from the traditional classical forms.”

Synonyms

  • metrist
  • poet

Antonyms

  • blank verse writer
  • free verse poet