106+ Words that rhyme with awkwardly

Awkwardly is a 3-syllable word with 106 perfect rhymes. The most popular rhymes are thirdly, baldly, boldly. Multi-syllable rhymes sound more sophisticated — they're a hallmark of skilled lyricists and create complex rhythmic patterns.

Definition of awkwardly

adverb
  1. in an awkward manner; "he bent awkwardly"

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Examples of "awkwardly" in lyrics

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

  • "Outwardly, inwardly, openly, awkwardly"
    Aceyalone — Takeoff
  • "Crawls to me, coughin' up blood and awkwardly"
    Apathy — School
  • "Fidgetin' I'm twitchin' and I'm whisperin' awkwardly"
    Blue Sky Black Death & Jean Grae — Strikes

What do these rhymes mean?

baldly
in a bald manner; "this book is, to put it baldly, an uneven work."
boldly
with boldness, in a bold manner; "we must tackle these tasks boldly"
coldly
in a cold unemotional manner; "he killed her in cold blood"
fondly
with fondness; with love; "she spoke to her children fondly"
thirdly
in the third place; "third we must consider unemployment"

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Rhyming tips for songwriters

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

Since "awkwardly" 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 awkwardly?
Words that rhyme with awkwardly include: thirdly, baldly, boldly, coldly, fondly, kindly, mildly, wildly, blandly, blindly, and 96 more.
How many syllables does awkwardly have?
Awkwardly has 3 syllables.
How many words rhyme with awkwardly?
There are 106 words that rhyme with awkwardly: 106 perfect rhymes.
What is a good rhyme for awkwardly in a song?
The strongest rhymes for awkwardly in songwriting are thirdly, baldly, boldly. 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 awkwardly?
Common, easy-to-use words that rhyme with awkwardly include thirdly, baldly, boldly, coldly, fondly. These are grouped by syllable count: 0-syllable: thirdly, baldly; 1-syllable: awfully, cowardly; 2-syllable: avowedly, advisedly. Matching syllable counts helps maintain consistent rhythm in your writing.

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