pentapodic

/pɛntæˈpɒdɪk/ or /pɛntəˈpɒdɪk/

Definitions

1. adjective

Having five feet or a five-part verse; relating to or characteristic of the pentameter.

“The poet’s use of pentapodic verse in her latest collection has been widely praised by critics.”

2. noun

A line or verse of five feet, especially in a pentameter.

“The poet’s use of pentapodic lines in her sonnet added to its musical quality.”

Synonyms

  • pentameter
  • pentametric

Antonyms

  • monopodic
  • monostich