147+ Words that rhyme with arrest

Arrest is a 2-syllable word with 147 perfect rhymes. The most popular rhymes are chest, rest, test. Two-syllable words give you rhythmic flexibility — they work as both end rhymes and internal rhymes within a line.

Definition of arrest

noun
  1. the act of apprehending (especially apprehending a criminal); "the policeman on the beat got credit for the collar"
  2. the state of inactivity following an interruption; "the negotiations were in arrest"; "held them in check"; "during the halt he got some lunch"; "the momentary stay enabled him to escape the blow"; "he spent the entire stop in his seat"
verb
  1. take into custody; "the police nabbed the suspected criminals"

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Examples of "arrest" in lyrics

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

  • "Rappers suffer from cardiac arrest"
    Ali f/ St. Louis Alumni * — St. Louis Alumni (Bonus Track)
  • "And said he's under arrest"
    Dre Dog (Andre Nickatina) — Soul of a Coke Dealer
  • "Leaving all my enemies to watch in cardiac arrest"
    Anubis5 — Territory

What do these rhymes mean?

best
in a most excellent way or manner; "he played best after a couple of martinis" it would be sensible
chest
the part of the human torso between the neck and the diaphragm or the corresponding part in other vertebrates box with
rest
something left after other parts have been taken away; "there was no remainder"; "he threw away the rest
test
trying something to find out about it; "a sample for ten days free trial
unrest
a state of agitation or turbulent change or development; "the political ferment produced new leadership

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Rhyming tips for songwriters

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

Since "arrest" 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 arrest?
Words that rhyme with arrest include: chest, rest, test, best, unrest, contest, request, blest, quest, attest, and 137 more.
How many syllables does arrest have?
Arrest has 2 syllables.
How many words rhyme with arrest?
There are 147 words that rhyme with arrest: 147 perfect rhymes.
What is a good rhyme for arrest in a song?
The strongest rhymes for arrest in songwriting are chest, rest, test. 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 arrest?
Common, easy-to-use words that rhyme with arrest include chest, rest, test, best, unrest. These are grouped by syllable count: 0-syllable: chest, rest; 1-syllable: unrest, contest; 2-syllable: bucharest, expressed. Matching syllable counts helps maintain consistent rhythm in your writing.

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