What is a Metaphysical Conceit? Cite one example.
What is a Metaphysical Conceit? Cite one example.
1 Answer
You must login to add an answer.
Lost your password? Please enter your email address. You will receive a link and will create a new password via email.
Please briefly explain why you feel this question should be reported.
Please briefly explain why you feel this answer should be reported.
Please briefly explain why you feel this user should be reported.
A metaphysical conceit is a figurative speech favored by poets, writers, and philosophers. A metaphysical conceit is an extended metaphor that tries to connect two ideas that are completely different. It is a fairly elaborate metaphor that occurs in a short space. It requires a good deal of wit and a quick grasp of the concepts in question in order to be understood.
One example of metaphysical conceit is the comparison of love to a flower by John Donne. Another example of this, is when William Shakespeare in his poem “Sonnet 130” compares his love with the sun in the sky.
Detailed Notes on Metaphysical Poetry