The Alcaic verse is a poetic form that originated in ancient Greek and is characterized by its four-line structure and specific syllable count and rhyme scheme. Synonyms for the Alcaic verse include the Alcmanic verse, after the Greek poet Alcman, who is credited with inventing the form. Another synonym is the Greek ode, as the Alcaic verse was often used in odes to celebrate events or individuals in Greek society. The Alcaic stanza is also used to refer to this form of poetry, emphasizing its four-line structure. Additionally, some poets refer to the Alcaic meter when discussing this form, as it follows a specific pattern of stressed and unstressed syllables.