Did you prefer poems with elevated language or simple diction?
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Did you prefer poems with elevated language or simple diction?
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When using elevated language, your word combination is key to unleashing the understanding of the message being conveyed. If the word combination is right, then it's a big Yes but if not, then it's big No, as it will be hard to understand the message being conveyed.
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Personally, I prefer plain speech, with an occasional two-dollar word thrown in to jazz things up. Moreover, a basic vocabulary forces the poet to be honest. BS-ing readers is difficult when the readers are able to understand what you're saying. The aforementioned two-dollar word is decipherable, and enjoyable, when viewed in a no-frills context.
Most importantly, whether you prefer elevated diction or plain speech, remember that your primary goal is to communicate with the reader.
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Simple dictation is definitely easier on the brain on days where my mind is wandering.
Elevated language is more fun and maybe even preferable when I’m in a quiet room and just want to read.
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When a poet can mix styles within the same book works best for me. Kind of breaks things up the same way different poem convey disparate emotions.
It's the same mindset that has me read a heavy book, then something light...a biography, then sci-fi...along those lines...
I do fully understand how many people find poetry inaccessible -- just never had that problem, myself.
Poetry is like music. Not every song/poem is going to resonate universally and is mostly an acquired taste...
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