macleish

/ˈmæksliʃ/

Definitions

1. noun

a style of poetry characterized by free verse and symbolism, developed by Archibald MacLeish

“The poem’s use of imagery and symbolism was a quintessential example of MacLeish style.”

2. proper noun

a Scottish clan name

“The MacLeish family has lived in the Highlands for centuries.”

Synonyms

  • MacLeishian
  • symbolist

Antonyms

  • naturalist
  • realist