While the entire poem is rich in imagery and evokes strong emotional responses, one specific example of synesthesia is found in these lines:
> "Deep into that darkness peering, long I stood there wondering, fearing,
> Doubting, dreaming dreams no mortals ever dared to dream before;
> But the silence was unbroken, and the darkness gave no token,
> And the only word there spoken was the whispered word, 'Lenore?'"
Here, "darkness" is described as "giving no token", which is a tactile sense applied to a visual experience. This creates a sensory blend and helps the reader feel the overwhelming darkness and silence of the poem.
Other examples of synesthesia in "The Raven" include:
* "While I nodded, nearly napping, suddenly there came a tapping," where sound is associated with the physical action of nodding.
* "The air grew thick and cold," where temperature is linked to the feeling of the air.
Poe's masterful use of language and imagery, including synesthesia, contributes to the poem's haunting atmosphere and enduring appeal.