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745+ Words that rhyme with alteration

Alteration is a 4-syllable word with 500 perfect rhymes. The most popular rhymes are nation, corroboration, duration. Multi-syllable rhymes sound more sophisticated — they're a hallmark of skilled lyricists and create complex rhythmic patterns.

Definition of alteration

noun
  1. an event that occurs when something passes from one state or phase to another; "the change was intended to increase sales"; "this storm is certainly a change for the worse"; "the neighborhood had undergone few modifications since his last visit years ago"
  2. the act of making something different (as e.g. the size of a garment)
  3. the act of revising or altering (involving reconsideration and modification); "it would require a drastic revision of his opinion"

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Examples of "alteration" in lyrics

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

  • "In self-defense we hem 'em up, a tailored alteration"
    Dilated Peoples — You Can't Hide, You Can't Run
  • "adularia alteration"
    AOL — AOL
  • "foward shoulder pattern alteration"
    AOL — AOL

What do these rhymes mean?

adoration
a feeling of profound love and admiration the act of admiring strongly the worship given to God alone
corroboration
confirmation that some fact or statement is true through the use of documentary evidence
duration
the period of time during which something continues the property of enduring or continuing in time continuance in time
gyration
a single complete turn (axial or orbital); "the plane made three rotations before it crashed
nation
a politically organized body of people under a single government; "the state has elected a new president

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Rhyming tips for songwriters

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

Since "alteration" has 4 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 alteration?
Words that rhyme with alteration include: nation, corroboration, duration, gyration, adoration, hydration, migration, narration, operation, aberration, and 490 more.
How many syllables does alteration have?
Alteration has 4 syllables.
How many words rhyme with alteration?
There are 745 words that rhyme with alteration: 500 perfect rhymes.
What is a good rhyme for alteration in a song?
The strongest rhymes for alteration in songwriting are nation, corroboration, duration. 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 alteration?
Common, easy-to-use words that rhyme with alteration include nation, corroboration, duration, gyration, adoration. These are grouped by syllable count: 0-syllable: nation, creation; 1-syllable: duration, gyration; 2-syllable: adoration, operation. Matching syllable counts helps maintain consistent rhythm in your writing.

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