Poetical Definition & Meaning

poetical
adjective
  1. of or relating to poetry; "poetic works"; "a poetic romance"
  2. characteristic of or befitting poetry; "poetic diction"

"Poetical" in song lyrics

See how poetical is used in real songs:

  • "Scoldin hot chemicals, poetical"
    Atoms Family f/ Cryptic One, Eternia, Vast Aire — Rhyming For Dummies
  • "Deep dialogue, the poetical"
    Marley Marl f/ Tragedy — Live Motivator
  • "Since your rhymes hon just ain't near poetical"
    Da Dozens — In This to Win This

Usage tips for "poetical"

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