Words that rhyme with afterward
Afterward is a 3-syllable word with 36 perfect rhymes. The most popular rhymes are awkward, backward, downward. This word appears in songs across our database, making it a versatile choice for songwriters and poets.
Definition of afterward
- happening at a time subsequent to a reference time; "he apologized subsequently"; "he's going to the store but he'll be back here later"; "it didn't happen until afterward"; "two hours after that"
2 syllables
3 syllables
4 syllables
Examples of "afterward" in lyrics
See how afterward is used at the end of a line in songs:
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"SEVENTH STORY. What Took Place in the Palace of the Snow Queen, and what Happened Afterward"
— The Snow Queen
What do these rhymes mean?
- awkward
- causing inconvenience; "they arrived at an awkward time" lacking grace or skill in manner or movement or performance
- backward
- at or to or toward the back or rear; "he moved back"; "tripped when he stepped backward
- downward
- spatially or metaphorically from a higher to a lower level or position; "don't fall down
- eastward
- toward the east; "they migrated eastward to Sweden" moving toward the east
- heavenward
- toward heaven; "he pointed heavenward" directed toward heaven or the sky; "the soul in its heavenward flight"
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Rhyming tips for songwriters
When using "afterward" in your lyrics, consider mixing perfect rhymes with near rhymes (slant rhymes) for a more natural flow. Perfect rhymes like awkward, backward, downward create a satisfying resolution, while slant rhymes add variety and keep listeners engaged.
Since "afterward" 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.