Catullus balances out many of his word choices in this poem. For example, he balances out Catullum and Iovem, to get the message across that he was more superior to Lesbia than the top god himself. He also uses this balances of words for impensius and vilior/levior to describe his burning love for her, even though she is cheaper and worth less than the character Catullus. Using these word choices help Catullus make the message of passion and despair come out more clearly.
Haiku:
I am torn in two
knowing the true side of you,
but can't let you go
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