Jerky light verse, badly constructed.
Originally applied to poetry of loose irregular measure, it now is used to describe crudely written poetry which lacks artistry in form or meaning. It is sometimes deliberately used, however, for comic or satirical effect. (See Broadside Ballad) (See also Poetaster, Poeticule, Rhymester, Versifier)
A derogatory term used to describe poetry whose subject is trite and whose rhythm and sounds are monotonously heavy-handed.
Poor quality poetry. The Scottish poet William McGonagall is famous for his doggerel and enjoys the dubious distinction of being regarded as the world's worst poet.
Doggerel describes verse considered of little literary value. The word is derogatory, from Middle English.