An ode is a lyrical poem, usually characterized by an elevated style and a formal structure. Odes are often written in praise of a person, a place, or an idea, and may also express strong emotions such as joy, sorrow, or anger. Odes may be written in a variety of forms, but typically consist of a series of stanzas of equal length. The stanzas may be rhymed or unrhymed, and the meter may vary. Odes often use figurative language, such as metaphors and similes, to create a vivid and memorable image.
Some famous odes include:
* "Ode to a Nightingale" by John Keats
* "Ode on a Grecian Urn" by John Keats
* "Ode to Joy" by Friedrich Schiller
* "Ode to the West Wind" by Percy Bysshe Shelley
* "Ode to Psyche" by John Keats