Ballad vs Poesy - What's the difference?
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A kind of narrative poem, adapted for recitation or singing; especially, a sentimental or romantic poem in short stanzas.
A slow romantic pop song.
A poem.
*, II.10:
*:I know not well how to excuse him, in that hee deemed his Poesie worthy to be published.
As nouns the difference between ballad and poesy
is that ballad is a kind of narrative poem, adapted for recitation or singing; especially, a sentimental or romantic poem in short stanzas while poesy is a poem.As a verb ballad
is to make mention of in ballads.ballad
English
Noun
(en noun)- The poet composed a ballad praising the heroic exploits of the fallen commander.
- On Friday nights, the roller rink had a time-block called "Lovers' Lap" when they played nothing but ballads on the overhead speakers.
