18+ Words that rhyme with asterisk

Asterisk is a 3-syllable word with 18 perfect rhymes. The most popular rhymes are risk, disc, disk. Multi-syllable rhymes sound more sophisticated — they're a hallmark of skilled lyricists and create complex rhythmic patterns.

Definition of asterisk

noun
  1. a star-shaped character * used in printing
verb
  1. mark with an asterisk; "Linguists star unacceptable sentences"

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1 syllable

3 syllables

Examples of "asterisk" in lyrics

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

  • "The nappy head, go betcha dog, question mark, asterisk"
    Das EFX — Straight Out The Sewer
  • "Minus Mathers, by my name is a asterisk"
    Obie Trice f/ Adrian Rezza — Battle Cry
  • "But wait there's more, add the asterisk"
    Tonedeff — Move in, Ride Out (aka Round Em Up)

What do these rhymes mean?

brisk
quick and energetic; "a brisk walk in the park"; "a lively gait"; "a merry chase"; "traveling at a rattling rate
disc
sound recording consisting of a disk with a continuous groove
disk
something with a round shape resembling a flat circular plate
frisk
the act of searching someone for concealed weapons or illegal drugs
risk
a source of danger; a possibility of incurring loss or misfortune

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Rhyming tips for songwriters

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

Since "asterisk" has 3 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 asterisk?
Words that rhyme with asterisk include: risk, disc, disk, brisk, frisk, whisk, pacifist, fisc, risc, bisque, and 8 more.
How many syllables does asterisk have?
Asterisk has 3 syllables.
How many words rhyme with asterisk?
There are 18 words that rhyme with asterisk: 18 perfect rhymes.
What is a good rhyme for asterisk in a song?
The strongest rhymes for asterisk in songwriting are risk, disc, disk. 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 asterisk?
Common, easy-to-use words that rhyme with asterisk include risk, disc, disk, brisk, frisk. These are grouped by syllable count: 0-syllable: risk, disc; 1-syllable: pacifist, obelisk. Matching syllable counts helps maintain consistent rhythm in your writing.

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