89+ Words that rhyme with amiss

Amiss is a 2-syllable word with 89 perfect rhymes. The most popular rhymes are remiss, dismiss, hiss. Two-syllable words give you rhythmic flexibility — they work as both end rhymes and internal rhymes within a line.

Definition of amiss

adverb
  1. away from the correct or expected course; "something has gone awry in our plans"; "something went badly amiss in the preparations"
  2. in an improper or mistaken or unfortunate manner; "if you think him guilty you judge amiss"; "he spoke amiss"; "no one took it amiss when she spoke frankly"
  3. in an imperfect or faulty way; "The lobe was imperfectly developed"; "Miss Bennet would not play at all amiss if she practiced more"- Jane Austen

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Examples of "amiss" in lyrics

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

  • "I was quietlike, not the riot-type amiss"
    East Coast Avenger$ (Esoteric, Trademarc, DC) — Win/Win Situation
  • "Check your reasoning cause there's something amiss"
    X-Clan — Grand Verbalizer
  • "Myself corrupting, salving thy amiss,"
    William Shakespeare — Sonnet XXXV

What do these rhymes mean?

bliss
a state of extreme happiness
dismiss
bar from attention or consideration; "She dismissed his advances" cease to consider; put out of judicial consideration
hiss
a fricative sound (especially as an expression of disapproval)
kiss
the act of caressing with the lips (or an instance thereof) a cookie made of egg whites and sugar any of several
remiss
failing in what duty requires; "derelict (or delinquent) in his duty"; "neglectful of his duties

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Rhyming tips for songwriters

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

Since "amiss" 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.

Frequently asked questions

What rhymes with amiss?
Words that rhyme with amiss include: remiss, dismiss, hiss, kiss, bliss, swiss, dis, sis, suisse, reminisce, and 79 more.
How many syllables does amiss have?
Amiss has 2 syllables.
How many words rhyme with amiss?
There are 89 words that rhyme with amiss: 89 perfect rhymes.
What is a good rhyme for amiss in a song?
The strongest rhymes for amiss in songwriting are remiss, dismiss, hiss. 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 amiss?
Common, easy-to-use words that rhyme with amiss include remiss, dismiss, hiss, kiss, bliss. These are grouped by syllable count: 0-syllable: hiss, kiss; 1-syllable: remiss, dismiss; 2-syllable: reminisce, artemis. Matching syllable counts helps maintain consistent rhythm in your writing.

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