acrostic

An acrostic is a poetic or literary device where the first letter of each line, word, or stanza spells out a word, message, or theme vertically when read from top to bottom. It serves as a creative way to emphasize a key idea or name within the text. For example, if the word is "LOVE," each line of the poem might start with L, O, V, and E, respectively. Acrostics are often used in poetry, puzzles, and educational activities to add layered meaning and engagement.