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86+ Words that rhyme with average

Average is a 3-syllable word with 86 perfect rhymes. The most popular rhymes are savage, cabbage, ravage. Multi-syllable rhymes sound more sophisticated — they're a hallmark of skilled lyricists and create complex rhythmic patterns.

Definition of average

adjective
  1. approximating the statistical norm or average or expected value; "the average income in New England is below that of the nation"; "of average height for his age"; "the mean annual rainfall"
  2. lacking special distinction, rank, or status; commonly encountered; "average people"; "the ordinary (or common) man in the street"
  3. lacking exceptional quality or ability; "a novel of average merit"; "only a fair performance of the sonata"; "in fair health"; "the caliber of the students has gone from mediocre to above average"; "the performance was middling at best"

2 syllables

4 syllables

Examples of "average" in lyrics

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

  • "But on my worst day, I'm still, better than the average"
    1.4.0. Productions f/ Crunch Lo, Lace — Exclusive Darts
  • "The Esoteradactyl's rap style's beyond average"
    7L and Esoteric f/ Inspectah Deck — Speaking Real Words
  • "so i says i strays aways from L.A.'s average"
    Aceyalone — Mr. Outsider

What do these rhymes mean?

cabbage
any of various types of cabbage informal terms for money any of various cultivars of the genus Brassica oleracea grown
carriage
a railcar where passengers ride a vehicle with wheels drawn by one or more horses characteristic way of bearing one's
marriage
the state of being a married couple voluntarily joined for life (or until divorce); "a long and happy marriage
ravage
(usually plural) a destructive action; "the ravages of time
savage
(of persons or their actions) able or disposed to inflict pain or suffering; "a barbarous crime"; "brutal beatings

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Rhyming tips for songwriters

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

Since "average" 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 average?
Words that rhyme with average include: savage, cabbage, ravage, carriage, marriage, cleavage, suffrage, partridge, lavage, manage, and 76 more.
How many syllables does average have?
Average has 3 syllables.
How many words rhyme with average?
There are 86 words that rhyme with average: 86 perfect rhymes.
What is a good rhyme for average in a song?
The strongest rhymes for average in songwriting are savage, cabbage, ravage. 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 average?
Common, easy-to-use words that rhyme with average include savage, cabbage, ravage, carriage, marriage. These are grouped by syllable count: 0-syllable: savage, cabbage; 1-syllable: remarriage, overage; 2-syllable: intermarriage, undercarriage. Matching syllable counts helps maintain consistent rhythm in your writing.

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