Muse Definition
muse
noun
- in ancient Greek mythology any of 9 daughters of Zeus and Mnemosyne; protector of an art or science
- the source of an artist's inspiration; "Euterpe was his muse"
verb
- reflect deeply on a subject; "I mulled over the events of the afternoon"; "philosophers have speculated on the question of God for thousands of years"; "The scientist must stop to observe and start to excogitate"
"Muse" in song lyrics
See how muse is used in real songs:
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"I like looking in to your eyes just like a muse"
2Mex f/ Awol One — Only as Good as Goodbye -
"Instead I should of went to that party at the Muse"
Cru — Armageddon -
"In retrospect I shouldn't have used Scarface for a muse"
Eddie Haskill — There Goes the Neighborhood
Words that rhyme with muse
Usage tips for "muse"
Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "muse" in your writing, consider whether you need the word itself or one of its synonyms — subtle differences in meaning can change the tone of a sentence. If you're writing poetry or song lyrics, check the rhymes for muse to find words that pair well.