1. poems or verses written in the style of Anacreon, typically celebrating love, wine, and pleasure
Usage: literary

Examples

• The poet’s anacreontics celebrated the joys of youth and romance.
• His collection included several anacreontics praising wine and friendship.
• The anacreontics of the 18th century often imitated classical Greek themes.
• She studied the anacreontics to understand ancient attitudes toward pleasure.
• The anthology featured anacreontics from various European poets.
• His anacreontics were known for their light, cheerful tone.