Poem:
Poem is a writing which consists of both the speech and song. Poem might be either rhyming or non-rhyming.
Poetry:
Poetry is a literary form of art. It has the use of word and speech in drama, song and comedy. It is made of poems.
Differences:
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| Definition (www.oxforddictionaries.com) |
A piece of writing in which the expression of ideas is given intensity by particular attention to diction (sometimes involving rhyme), rhythm and imagery. | Literary work in which the expression of feelings and ideas is given intensity by the use of distinctive style and rhythm; poems collectively or as genre of literature. |
| Synonyms | Writing, lyric, sonnet, composition and rhyme | Verse, rhyme, song, poems |
| Antonyms | Prose | Genre, literary, polished, words, nonfiction |
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| Word origin | The word poem was originated in the 15th century from the Middle French poeme. | The word poetry was originated in the 14th century. |
| In mathematical terms | Poem is the subset. | Poetry is the set. |
| Use | Poem is the arrangement of these words. | Poetry is the use of words and language to evoke a writer’s feelings and thoughts. |
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