230+ Words that rhyme with apply

Apply is a 2-syllable word with 230 perfect rhymes. The most popular rhymes are supply, imply, reply. Two-syllable words give you rhythmic flexibility — they work as both end rhymes and internal rhymes within a line.

Definition of apply

verb
  1. put into service; make work or employ for a particular purpose or for its inherent or natural purpose; "use your head!"; "we only use Spanish at home"; "I can't use this tool"; "Apply a magnetic field here"; "This thinking was applied to many projects"; "How do you utilize this tool?"; "I apply this rule to get good results"; "use the plastic bags to store the food"; "He doesn't know how to use a computer"
  2. be pertinent or relevant or applicable; "The same laws apply to you!"; "This theory holds for all irrational numbers"; "The same rules go for everyone"
  3. ask (for something); "He applied for a leave of absence"; "She applied for college"; "apply for a job"

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Examples of "apply" in lyrics

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

  • "I stay fly, the rules still apply"
    7L & Esoteric f/ Count Bass D, J-Live — Rules of Engagament
  • "But bones'll crack eyes when the pleasures apply"
    Tha Beggas — Extreme Pleasures
  • "So all take heed, I also will apply"
    Beretta 9 f/ Midaz — Who Cares

What do these rhymes mean?

ai
an agency of the United States Army responsible for providing timely and relevant and accurate and synchronized
comply
act in accordance with someone's rules, commands, or wishes; "He complied with my instructions
imply
express or state indirectly suggest as a logically necessary consequence; in logic have as a logical consequence
reply
a statement (either spoken or written) that is made to reply to a question or request or criticism or accusation
supply
an amount of something available for use offering goods and services for sale the activity of supplying or providing

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Rhyming tips for songwriters

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

Since "apply" 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 apply?
Words that rhyme with apply include: supply, imply, reply, comply, ai, misapply, oversupply, shanghai, i, by, and 220 more.
How many syllables does apply have?
Apply has 2 syllables.
How many words rhyme with apply?
There are 230 words that rhyme with apply: 230 perfect rhymes.
What is a good rhyme for apply in a song?
The strongest rhymes for apply in songwriting are supply, imply, reply. 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 apply?
Common, easy-to-use words that rhyme with apply include supply, imply, reply, comply, ai. These are grouped by syllable count: 0-syllable: ai, i; 1-syllable: supply, imply; 2-syllable: misapply, hereby. Matching syllable counts helps maintain consistent rhythm in your writing.

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