When something non-living is shown as a living thing in a poem?

Answer 1

That is called PERSONIFICATION. It means describing something nonliving with adjectives that make it sound living. You don't have to use it in JUST poems, you can use it in ANY form of writing.

Answer 2

This literary device is called personification. It gives human-like qualities to non-human objects, enhancing the reader's emotional connection to the subject of the poem. By attributing life and consciousness to inanimate objects, poets can create vivid and engaging imagery.