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65+ Words that rhyme with athwart

Athwart is a 2-syllable word with 65 perfect rhymes. The most popular rhymes are ct, fort, port. Two-syllable words give you rhythmic flexibility — they work as both end rhymes and internal rhymes within a line.

Definition of athwart

adverb
  1. at right angles to the center line of a ship
  2. at an oblique angle; "the sun shone aslant into his face"

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What do these rhymes mean?

ct
a New England state; one of the original 13 colonies a method of examining body organs by scanning them with X rays and
fort
a fortified military post where troops are stationed a fortified defensive structure gather in, or as if in, a fort, as
port
located on the left side of a ship or aircraft a place (seaport or airport) where people and merchandise can enter or
sort
a category of things distinguished by some common characteristic or quality; "sculpture is a form of art
tort
(law) any wrongdoing for which an action for damages may be brought

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Rhyming tips for songwriters

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

Since "athwart" 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 athwart?
Words that rhyme with athwart include: ct, fort, port, sort, tort, wart, abort, court, forte, quart, and 55 more.
How many syllables does athwart have?
Athwart has 2 syllables.
How many words rhyme with athwart?
There are 65 words that rhyme with athwart: 65 perfect rhymes.
What is a good rhyme for athwart in a song?
The strongest rhymes for athwart in songwriting are ct, fort, port. 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 athwart?
Common, easy-to-use words that rhyme with athwart include ct, fort, port, sort, tort. These are grouped by syllable count: 0-syllable: ct, fort; 1-syllable: abort, assort; 2-syllable: teleport, worrywart. Matching syllable counts helps maintain consistent rhythm in your writing.

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