Words that rhyme with allusion

Allusion is a 3-syllable word with 103 perfect rhymes. The most popular rhymes are abrasion, adhesion, animadversion. This word appears in songs across our database, making it a versatile choice for songwriters and poets.

Definition of allusion

noun
  1. passing reference or indirect mention

Examples of "allusion" in lyrics

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

  • "adonis allusion"
    AOL — AOL
  • "tennessee williams streetcar named desire and poetry allusion"
    AOL — AOL
  • "classical allusion"
    AOL — AOL

What do these rhymes mean?

abrasion
an abraded area where the skin is torn or worn off erosion by friction the wearing down of rock particles by friction
adhesion
abnormal union of bodily tissues; most common in the abdomen a fibrous band of scar tissue that binds together normally
animadversion
harsh criticism or disapproval
artesian
(of water) rising to the surface under internal hydrostatic pressure; "an artesian well"; "artesian pressure"
aspersion
a disparaging remark; "in the 19th century any reference to female sexuality was considered a vile aspersion

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Rhyming tips for songwriters

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

Since "allusion" 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.

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