Antipoetically

/ˌæntɪpoʊˈɛtɪkəli/ adverb

Definition

In a manner that is unpoetic, lacking poetic qualities, or contrary to poetic traditions.

Etymology

From 'antipoetical' plus the adverbial suffix '-ly.' This adverb allows writers to describe actions or speech that resist poetic treatment.

Kelly Says

When someone speaks 'antipoetically' they might describe a sunset as 'a ball of burning gas lowering on the horizon'—technically true but deliberately devoid of beauty!

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