25+ Words that rhyme with authority

Authority is a 4-syllable word with 25 perfect rhymes. The most popular rhymes are majority, minority, priority. Multi-syllable rhymes sound more sophisticated — they're a hallmark of skilled lyricists and create complex rhythmic patterns.

Definition of authority

noun
  1. the power or right to give orders or make decisions; "he has the authority to issue warrants"; "deputies are given authorization to make arrests"; "a place of potency in the state"
  2. (usually plural) persons who exercise (administrative) control over others; "the authorities have issued a curfew"
  3. an expert whose views are taken as definitive; "he is an authority on corporate law"

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Examples of "authority" in lyrics

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

  • "My guns part authority"
    Akinyele f/ Curly — Sha La La
  • "Empower myself to be my own authority"
    — Remind My Soul
  • "To the God who's strong with authority"
    The Ambassador f/ The Tonic — Honor & Glory

What do these rhymes mean?

majority
the property resulting from being or relating to the greater in number of two parts; the main part
minority
a group of people who differ racially or politically from a larger group of which it is a part being or relating to the
priority
status established in order of importance or urgency
sorority
a social club for female undergraduates
superiority
the quality of being superior the quality of being at a competitive advantage displaying a sense of being better than

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Rhyming tips for songwriters

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

Since "authority" 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 authority?
Words that rhyme with authority include: majority, minority, priority, sorority, superiority, seniority, inferiority, sonority, anteriority, importantly, and 15 more.
How many syllables does authority have?
Authority has 4 syllables.
How many words rhyme with authority?
There are 25 words that rhyme with authority: 25 perfect rhymes.
What is a good rhyme for authority in a song?
The strongest rhymes for authority in songwriting are majority, minority, priority. 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 authority?
Common, easy-to-use words that rhyme with authority include majority, minority, priority, sorority, superiority. These are grouped by syllable count: 0-syllable: suttee; 1-syllable: sooty, smutty; 2-syllable: priority, purity. Matching syllable counts helps maintain consistent rhythm in your writing.

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