Decasyllable (Noun)
Meaning
A verse line having ten syllables.
Classification
Nouns denoting communicative processes and contents.
Examples
- The poet's careful use of meter created a decasyllable in each line of the sonnet, producing a rhythmic flow that complemented the poem's themes.
- Shakespeare's plays often feature soliloquies written in decasyllable, showcasing the character's inner turmoil through language.
- By using a mix of decasyllable and shorter lines, the poet created a sense of tension in the poem that mirrored the speaker's anxiety.
- The strict meter and focus on decasyllable lines gave the poem a sense of classicism and structure.
- Writing in decasyllable required the poet to be concise and selective with her words, which led to more powerful imagery and metaphors.