77+ Words that rhyme with affection

Affection is a 3-syllable word with 77 perfect rhymes. The most popular rhymes are protection, direction, connection. Multi-syllable rhymes sound more sophisticated — they're a hallmark of skilled lyricists and create complex rhythmic patterns.

Definition of affection

noun
  1. a positive feeling of liking; "he had trouble expressing the affection he felt"; "the child won everyone's heart"; "the warmness of his welcome made us feel right at home"

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Examples of "affection" in lyrics

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

  • "But now I'm aggravated with no affection"
    4 Deep — Ain't No Luv
  • "No showin love or affection"
    88 Keys f/ Kid Cudi — Ho Is Short For Honey
  • "Cuz you need love and affection"
    Aesop Rock f/ Vast Aire (Cannibal Ox) — Attention Span

What do these rhymes mean?

connection
a relation between things or events (as in the case of one causing the other or sharing features with it)
direction
a line leading to a place or point; "he looked the other direction
erection
an erect penis a structure that has been erected the act of building or putting up
protection
the activity of protecting someone or something
section
a self-contained part of a larger composition (written or musical); "he always turns first to the business section

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Rhyming tips for songwriters

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

Since "affection" has 3 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 affection?
Words that rhyme with affection include: protection, direction, connection, section, erection, selection, correction, election, detection, infection, and 67 more.
How many syllables does affection have?
Affection has 3 syllables.
How many words rhyme with affection?
There are 77 words that rhyme with affection: 77 perfect rhymes.
What is a good rhyme for affection in a song?
The strongest rhymes for affection in songwriting are protection, direction, connection. 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 affection?
Common, easy-to-use words that rhyme with affection include protection, direction, connection, section, erection. These are grouped by syllable count: 0-syllable: section, flexion; 1-syllable: protection, direction; 2-syllable: disaffection, resurrection. Matching syllable counts helps maintain consistent rhythm in your writing.

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