15+ Words that rhyme with attempt

Attempt is a 2-syllable word with 15 perfect rhymes. The most popular rhymes are exempt, unkempt, contempt. Two-syllable words give you rhythmic flexibility — they work as both end rhymes and internal rhymes within a line.

Definition of attempt

noun
  1. earnest and conscientious activity intended to do or accomplish something; "made an effort to cover all the reading material"; "wished him luck in his endeavor"; "she gave it a good try"
  2. the act of attacking; "attacks on women increased last year"; "they made an attempt on his life"
verb
  1. make an effort or attempt; "He tried to shake off his fears"; "The infant had essayed a few wobbly steps"; "The police attempted to stop the thief"; "He sought to improve himself"; "She always seeks to do good in the world"

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Examples of "attempt" in lyrics

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

  • "For genre I'm told when has-beens attempt"
    Aesop Rock f/ Illogic — One Brick
  • "Got popped for a murder attempt"
    Akon f/ Styles P — Locked Up (Remix)
  • "The very high civillian casualty toll from the assasination attempt"
    Braintax — The Beast Is Us

What do these rhymes mean?

contempt
lack of respect accompanied by a feeling of intense dislike; "he was held in contempt
exempt
(of persons) freed from or not subject to an obligation or liability (as e.g. taxes) to which others or other things
kempt
(of hair) neat and tidy; "a nicely kempt beard"
tempt
dispose or incline or entice to; "We were tempted by the delicious-looking food" provoke someone to do something
unkempt
not neatly combed; "wild unkempt hair" not properly maintained or cared for; "an unkempt garden

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Rhyming tips for songwriters

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

Since "attempt" 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 attempt?
Words that rhyme with attempt include: exempt, unkempt, contempt, tempt, kempt, preempt, klimt, prompt, dreamed, undreamt, and 5 more.
How many syllables does attempt have?
Attempt has 2 syllables.
How many words rhyme with attempt?
There are 15 words that rhyme with attempt: 15 perfect rhymes.
What is a good rhyme for attempt in a song?
The strongest rhymes for attempt in songwriting are exempt, unkempt, contempt. 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 attempt?
Common, easy-to-use words that rhyme with attempt include exempt, unkempt, contempt, tempt, kempt. These are grouped by syllable count: 0-syllable: tempt, kempt; 1-syllable: exempt, unkempt; 2-syllable: undamped, unstamped. Matching syllable counts helps maintain consistent rhythm in your writing.

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