Words that rhyme with afford

Afford is a 2-syllable word with 120 perfect rhymes. The most popular rhymes are aboard, aboveboard, accord. This word appears in songs across our database, making it a versatile choice for songwriters and poets.

Definition of afford

verb
  1. be able to spare or give up; "I can't afford to spend two hours with this person"
  2. be the cause or source of; "He gave me a lot of trouble"; "Our meeting afforded much interesting information"
  3. have the financial means to do something or buy something; "We can't afford to send our children to college"; "Can you afford this car?"

Examples of "afford" in lyrics

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

  • "Always wantin' things we can't afford"
    2 Live Crew — I Can't Go for That
  • "The poor can't afford"
    Aceyalone — The Hurt
  • "Drives a better car than you can ever afford"
    Alexipharmic — Kings

What do these rhymes mean?

aboard
on a ship, train, plane or other vehicle on first or second or third base
aboveboard
in an honest manner; "in he can't get it honestly, he is willing to steal it
accord
harmony of people's opinions or actions or characters; "the two parties were in agreement" concurrence of opinion
adored
regarded with deep or rapturous love (especially as if for a god); "adored grandchildren"; "an idolized wife"
award
a grant made by a law court; "he criticized the awarding of compensation by the court" a tangible symbol signifying

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Rhyming tips for songwriters

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

Since "afford" 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.

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