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Acrostic Poems | Acrostic Examples

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Acrostic poetry is a type of poem in which the first or the last letters of the lines form a name, topic, or word, etc. So, when reading acrostic poems vertically, the theme, phrase, or word is discernable. However, there is more to acrostic. What is an acrostic in poetry (complete definition)?

Mama
M•ostly sugar with some cinnamon and everything nice O•utstandingly created with sprinkles of salt and pepper too with cajun spice T•he makings of this beautiful creation by the most high H•er sweet soul essence is aptly displayed in...Read the rest...
Categories: appreciation, beautiful, blessing, for
Form: Acrostic



Pops
D•isciplinarian and teacher extraordinaire A man after God's own heart who is strict but fair D•idn't go to college but he has a shed load of knowledge D•oesn't have millions in the bank but he's far...Read the rest...
Categories: appreciation, blessing, dad, education,
Form: Acrostic
Wealth
H•aving it is worth more than gold E•ating to live and not living to eat nourishes the body and soul A•bstaining from deleterious things that are meant to ...Read the rest...
Categories: blessing, happiness, health, inspiration,
Form: Acrostic
Love Jones
Before my first kiss or chivalrous embrace A throbbing pulse in my heart started to race Sweetly my love for you began to grow Knickerbockers I love to watch and I never miss the Lake ...Read the rest...
Categories: america, appreciation, art, basketball,
Form: Acrostic
The Help
Many try to toe the line but somehow manage to go astray Young to old, so many, too many travel this way Harnessing spiritual power in this dimension is the aim and ...Read the rest...
Categories: allah, christian, faith, god,
Form: Acrostic



Premium Member Sunrise
Smile while you can, with every given day. Under this beautiful sky is your own paradise. Nature welcomes you when you appreciate yourself. Reach the top of your "Aura", don't fall into the emptiness. Ignore the superficial and the...Read the rest...
Categories: allegory, allusion, blessing, creation,
Form: Acrostic
Premium Member Too Close To The Edge
Time will serve us well if we wait Omitting the obvious is not wise Opportunities come slowly and go quickly Choose carefully after counsel Losing sometimes is good for winning Obstacles are sometimes good for us Size-up the situation before pursuing Endurance...Read the rest...
Categories: character, confidence, courage, wisdom,
Form: Acrostic
Premium Member A Kindled Fire
A kindled fire... Keeps on burning Inside of me Never will it extinguish Despite all forces against it; Lingering fuel for determination. Even I can't smother or Dim it to a smoke. Floods furiously rage within, yet It keeps on...Read the rest...
Categories: endurance, meaningful, strength,
Form: Acrostic
Premium Member Spring I Relish Your Shine
Inspired by : "I carry your heart with me (I carry it in my heart). I am never without it." E.E. Cummings ...Read the rest...
Categories: appreciation, beauty, seasons, spring,
Form: Acrostic
Premium Member In My Heart
"I carry your heart with me (I carry it in my heart) I am never without it..." E.E. Cummings If you remember the ecstatic emotions we experienced, No unwavering obstacle could keep two of us...Read the rest...
Categories: love,
Form: Acrostic
Premium Member Pets are Angels
"God sends pets without wings so no one will suspect they are angels ..." Unkown Pets are Angels in disguise Endearing was my canine companion There was no other pet in my life dearer than my...Read the rest...
Categories: animal, appreciation, friend, love,
Form: Acrostic
In My Heart
"I carry your heart with me (I carry it in my heart) I am never without it..." ...Read the rest...
Categories: heart, love,
Form: Acrostic
Life
Listen in silence Inward reflection Friendship with the Divine Erase yesterday May 17, 2024. ...Read the rest...
Categories: inspirational, life,
Form: Acrostic
Premium Member Life Puzzle
Live every day without grudges Ignite the spark inside you Forgive and leave past behind Embrace the day with a new hope...Read the rest...
Categories: life,
Form: Acrostic
Premium Member A - ACROSTIC reversed
. . . . .God's poiemA *- created foR works of arT in poems and pictureS. . . ....Read the rest...
Categories: word play,
Form: Acrostic

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Definition | What is Acrostic in Poetry?

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