acrostic
A poem or other text in which certain letters, often the first in each line, spell out a name or message.
Word facts
Definition of Acrostic
A poem or other text in which certain letters, often the first in each line, spell out a name or message.
How to use Acrostic
Acrostic is a noun. When using it in writing, make sure the meaning fits the context of your sentence. Reading the word aloud after placing it in a sentence is a reliable check for natural usage.
Synonyms for Acrostic
Antonyms for Acrostic
Word Lab tools for "acrostic"
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Find rhymes for acrosticAcrostic has 3 syllables: acr·ost·ic. Paste the word into the Syllable Counter to see the spoken beat breakdown and use it in a longer sentence or poem.
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FAQ
Questions people ask
How many syllables does acrostic have?
Acrostic has 3 syllables: acr·ost·ic. The word is broken into 3 spoken beats.
What part of speech is acrostic?
Acrostic is used as a noun. As a noun, it names a thing, idea, or concept.
What are synonyms for acrostic?
This entry does not currently list synonyms for acrostic. Try the Word Explorer or the Prefix Finder to explore related word patterns.
How do you use acrostic in a sentence?
Acrostic can be used in sentences where a noun describing a poem or other text in which certain letters, often the first in each line, spe is needed. Writing the word in context and reading it aloud is the best way to confirm natural usage.
What words start with the same letter as acrostic?
Acrostic starts with the letter A. You can browse all words beginning with A on the Word Explorer A page, or use the Prefix Finder tool to search for words that begin with specific starting letters.
How many letters does acrostic have?
Acrostic has 8 letters. It contains 3 syllables and starts with the letter A. In word games, letter count and syllable count can help narrow results when you know the word length.