Epodes — Meaning, Definition & Synonyms

noun /ˈe-ˌpōd/ ep·ode

Meaning & Definition of Epodes

Epodes (noun)

  1. a lyric poem in which a long verse is followed by a shorter one
  2. the third part of a triadic Greek ode following the strophe and the antistrophe

Epodes (noun) — Senses, Synonyms & Antonyms

  1. as in odes, epopees

    similar: anacreontics, clerihews, dithyrambs, eclogues, elegies, English sonnets, epics, epigrams, epopees, eposes, georgics, idylls, jingles, laments, limericks, madrigals, odes, pastorales, pastorals, psalms, rondeaux, rondelets, rondelles, sonnets, triolets, villanelles, lyrics, poems, runes, songs, rhymes, ballads, lays, haiku, senryu, tankas, blank verses, free verses, minstrelsies, poesies, poetries, versifications, vers libres

Synonyms, Thesaurus & Another Word for Epodes

The most common words with a similar meaning to Epodes:

anacreontics, clerihews, dithyrambs, eclogues, elegies, English sonnets, epics, epigrams, epopees, eposes, georgics, idylls, jingles, laments, limericks, madrigals, odes, pastorales, pastorals, psalms, rondeaux, rondelets, rondelles, sonnets, triolets, villanelles, lyrics, poems, runes, songs, rhymes, ballads, lays, haiku, senryu, tankas, blank verses, free verses, minstrelsies, poesies

Origin & Etymology of Epodes

Latin epodos, from Greek epōidos, from epōidos sung or said after, from epi- + aidein to sing ode

First known use: 1598

Frequently Asked Questions about Epodes

What does "Epodes" mean?

"Epodes" means a lyric poem in which a long verse is followed by a shorter one. As a noun, it is defined as: a lyric poem in which a long verse is followed by a shorter one.

What is another word for "Epodes"?

Other words for "Epodes" include anacreontics, clerihews, dithyrambs, eclogues, elegies, English sonnets, epics and epigrams. The best synonym depends on which meaning of "Epodes" you intend.

What are different ways to say "Epodes"?

There are 43 words and phrases with a similar meaning to "Epodes". Common alternatives include anacreontics, clerihews, dithyrambs, eclogues, elegies, English sonnets, epics, epigrams, epopees and eposes.

Is "Epodes" a noun, verb, or adjective?

"Epodes" is a noun.

How do you pronounce "Epodes"?

"Epodes" is pronounced /ˈe-ˌpōd/ and divided into syllables as ep·ode.

What is the origin of the word "Epodes"?

"Epodes" comes from Latin epodos, from Greek epōidos, from epōidos sung or said after, from epi- + aidein to sing ode. First known use: 1598.

What is another word for "Epodes" meaning "as in odes, epopees"?

When "Epodes" (noun) means as in odes, epopees, synonyms include anacreontics, clerihews, dithyrambs, eclogues, elegies and English sonnets.