69+ Words that rhyme with apprehension

Apprehension is a 4-syllable word with 69 perfect rhymes. The most popular rhymes are pension, tension, mention. Multi-syllable rhymes sound more sophisticated — they're a hallmark of skilled lyricists and create complex rhythmic patterns.

Definition of apprehension

noun
  1. fearful expectation or anticipation; "the student looked around the examination room with apprehension"
  2. the cognitive condition of someone who understands; "he has virtually no understanding of social cause and effect"
  3. painful expectation

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Examples of "apprehension" in lyrics

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

  • "I spy the eye of apprehension"
    DC Talk — Extreme Days
  • "Experience the Flipmode lyrical apprehension"
    Drunken Master f/ Busta Rhymes, Mad Skillz — Busta Rhymes Freestyle
  • "bureau criminal apprehension"
    AOL — AOL

What do these rhymes mean?

attention
the process whereby a person concentrates on some features of the environment to the (relative) exclusion of others the
gentian
any of various plants of the family Gentianaceae especially the genera Gentiana and Gentianella and Gentianopsis
mention
a remark that calls attention to something or someone; "she made frequent mention of her promotion
pension
a regular payment to a person that is intended to allow them to subsist without working grant a pension to
tension
(psychology) a state of mental or emotional strain or suspense; "he suffered from fatigue and emotional tension

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Rhyming tips for songwriters

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

Since "apprehension" 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 apprehension?
Words that rhyme with apprehension include: pension, tension, mention, attention, gentian, ascension, detention, dimension, extension, invention, and 59 more.
How many syllables does apprehension have?
Apprehension has 4 syllables.
How many words rhyme with apprehension?
There are 69 words that rhyme with apprehension: 69 perfect rhymes.
What is a good rhyme for apprehension in a song?
The strongest rhymes for apprehension in songwriting are pension, tension, mention. 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 apprehension?
Common, easy-to-use words that rhyme with apprehension include pension, tension, mention, attention, gentian. These are grouped by syllable count: 0-syllable: pension, tension; 1-syllable: attention, ascension; 2-syllable: hypotension, hypertension. Matching syllable counts helps maintain consistent rhythm in your writing.

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