62+ Words that rhyme with alternative

Alternative is a 4-syllable word with 62 perfect rhymes. The most popular rhymes are give, drive, alive. Multi-syllable rhymes sound more sophisticated — they're a hallmark of skilled lyricists and create complex rhythmic patterns.

Definition of alternative

adjective
  1. serving or used in place of another; "an alternative plan"
  2. necessitating a choice between mutually exclusive possibilities; "alternative possibilities were neutrality or war"
  3. pertaining to unconventional choices; "an alternative life style"

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Examples of "alternative" in lyrics

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

  • "This is rap alternative"
    The 49ers — Breath of Fresh Air
  • "Life is not a choice, death is the alternative"
    Esham — KKKill the Fetus
  • "We gotta learn to give more love, that's the only alternative"
    Lakim Shabazz — Need Some Lovin'

What do these rhymes mean?

alive
possessing life; "the happiest person alive"; "the nerve is alive"; "doctors are working hard to keep him alive
drive
the act of applying force to propel something
five
being one more than four the cardinal number that is the sum of four and one a team that plays basketball a playing
give
the elasticity of something that can be stretched and returns to its original length cause to have, in the abstract
survive
continue to live through hardship or adversity; "We went without water and food for 3 days

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Rhyming tips for songwriters

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

Since "alternative" 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 alternative?
Words that rhyme with alternative include: give, drive, alive, five, survive, forgive, connive, chive, strive, contrive, and 52 more.
How many syllables does alternative have?
Alternative has 4 syllables.
How many words rhyme with alternative?
There are 62 words that rhyme with alternative: 62 perfect rhymes.
What is a good rhyme for alternative in a song?
The strongest rhymes for alternative in songwriting are give, drive, alive. 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 alternative?
Common, easy-to-use words that rhyme with alternative include give, drive, alive, five, survive. These are grouped by syllable count: 0-syllable: give, drive; 1-syllable: alive, survive; 2-syllable: negative, positive. Matching syllable counts helps maintain consistent rhythm in your writing.

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