The style of most Neoclassicist poets was ...

complex and flowery

simple, clear, and concise

meant for only the most educated readers

focused on the gritty details of real life

Rationalism is the most essential feature of neoclassical poetry. Neoclassical poets viewed reason as the mainspring of learning, knowledge and inspiration for their poetry. Neoclassical poetry is a reaction against the renaissance style of poetry. It is a unique outcome of intellect, not fancy and imagination.