Rely Definition & Meaning
rely
- verb
- have confidence or faith in; "We can trust in God"; "Rely on your friends"; "bank on your good education"; "I swear by my grandmother's recipes"
"Rely" in song lyrics
See how rely is used in real songs:
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"Industrial countries, depend and rely"
Cale Sampson — The Facts of War -
"The government and church on which we try to rely"
Hilltop Hoods — Fifty in Five -
"The day goes by when I need to rely"
King Sun — Undercover Lover
Words that rhyme with rely
Usage tips for "rely"
Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "rely" 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 rely to find words that pair well.