237+ Words that rhyme with awry

Awry is a 2-syllable word with 237 perfect rhymes. The most popular rhymes are acidify, alibi, alkali. This word appears in songs across our database, making it a versatile choice for songwriters and poets.

Definition of awry

adverb
  1. away from the correct or expected course; "something has gone awry in our plans"; "something went badly amiss in the preparations"
  2. turned or twisted to one side; "rugs lying askew"; "with his necktie twisted awry"
adjective
  1. turned or twisted toward one side; "a...youth with a gorgeous red necktie all awry"- G.K.Chesterton; "his wig was, as the British say, skew-whiff"

Examples of "awry" in lyrics

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

  • "You can try to deny, ya world's not awry"
    Lost Secret — Les Mysteres
  • "Things have gotten out of hand and gone extremely awry"
    S. Members — Sunburn
  • "to start a dialogue on just what went awry"
    Random & K-Murdock f/ MC Lars — Nerdcore Died?

What do these rhymes mean?

acidify
make sour or more sour turn acidic; "the solution acetified"
alibi
(law) a defense by an accused person purporting to show that he or she could not have committed the crime in question a
alkali
any of various water-soluble compounds capable of turning litmus blue and reacting with an acid to form a salt and
ally
a friendly nation an associate who provides cooperation or assistance
amplify
increase in size, volume or significance; "Her terror was magnified in her mind" to enlarge beyond bounds or the truth

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Rhyming tips for songwriters

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

Since "awry" 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.

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