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162+ Words that rhyme with abide

Abide is a 2-syllable word with 162 perfect rhymes. The most popular rhymes are homicide, side, tide. Two-syllable words give you rhythmic flexibility — they work as both end rhymes and internal rhymes within a line.

Definition of abide

verb
  1. dwell; "You can stay with me while you are in town"; "stay a bit longer--the day is still young"
  2. put up with something or somebody unpleasant; "I cannot bear his constant criticism"; "The new secretary had to endure a lot of unprofessional remarks"; "he learned to tolerate the heat"; "She stuck out two years in a miserable marriage"

1 syllable

Examples of "abide" in lyrics

See how abide is used at the end of a line in songs:

  • "I brainwash cats like formaldehyde, so they shall abide"
    7L & Esoteric f/ Mr.Lif — Operating Correctly
  • "Set down rules you will abide"
    Treacherous Three f/ Spoonie Gee — New Rap Language
  • "Aside, and by my rules abide"
    Special Ed — Taxing

What do these rhymes mean?

hide
the dressed skin of an animal (especially a large animal) body covering of a living animal prevent from being seen or
homicide
the killing of a human being by another human being
ride
a journey in a vehicle (usually an automobile)
side
located on a side; "side fences"; "the side porch" a place within a region identified relative to a center or reference
tide
the periodic rise and fall of the sea level under the gravitational pull of the moon something that may increase or

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Rhyming tips for songwriters

When using "abide" in your lyrics, consider mixing perfect rhymes with near rhymes (slant rhymes) for a more natural flow. Perfect rhymes like homicide, side, tide create a satisfying resolution, while slant rhymes add variety and keep listeners engaged.

Since "abide" has 2 syllables, try matching it with words of similar length for a balanced meter. Multi-syllable rhymes often sound more sophisticated than single-syllable pairs.

Frequently asked questions

What rhymes with abide?
Words that rhyme with abide include: homicide, side, tide, hide, ride, wide, chide, guide, slide, reside, and 152 more.
How many syllables does abide have?
Abide has 2 syllables.
How many words rhyme with abide?
There are 162 words that rhyme with abide: 162 perfect rhymes.
What is a good rhyme for abide in a song?
The strongest rhymes for abide in songwriting are homicide, side, tide. These are perfect rhymes that share identical ending sounds, creating a satisfying resolution at line endings. For a more subtle effect, try slant rhymes — they add variety without the predictability of exact rhymes.
What are easy words that rhyme with abide?
Common, easy-to-use words that rhyme with abide include homicide, side, tide, hide, ride. These are grouped by syllable count: 0-syllable: side, tide; 1-syllable: reside, betide; 2-syllable: homicide, alongside. Matching syllable counts helps maintain consistent rhythm in your writing.

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