verse

/vɜrs/

Definitions

1. noun

A line or lines of poetry, especially in a song or hymn.

“The poet wrote a beautiful verse to honor her late mother.”

2. noun

A short passage or section of a poem, story, or other written work.

“The novel was divided into many verses, each one telling a different story.”

3. noun

A section of music, especially in a song or hymn.

“The choir sang a beautiful verse of ‘Silent Night’.”

4. verb

To express or write a poem or verse.

“The poet verses about love and heartbreak.”

Synonyms

  • couplet
  • poem
  • poesy
  • stanza

Antonyms

  • prose