94+ Words that rhyme with backhanded
Backhanded is a 3-syllable word with 94 perfect rhymes. The most popular rhymes are amended, apprehended, banded. This word appears in songs across our database, making it a versatile choice for songwriters and poets.
Definition of backhanded
- adjective
- (of racket strokes) made across the body with back of hand facing direction of stroke
- roundabout or ambiguous; "attacks from that source amounted to a backhanded compliment to his integrity"; "a backhanded and dishonest way of reaching his goal"
2 syllables
3 syllables
- amended
- expanded
- fatheaded
- intended
- lopsided
- misguided
- offhanded
- outmoded
- pigheaded
- retarded
- substandard
- unaided
- unbounded
- unclouded
- unfounded
- unguided
- unheeded
- unleaded
- unneeded
- unshielded
- unstudied
- unshaded
- hardheaded
- hotheaded
- unwedded
- unbranded
- unseeded
- unfunded
- nonstandard
- cold-blooded
- light-headed
- befriended
- commanded
- demanded
- disbanded
- glandered
- persuaded
- pinheaded
- remanded
- seconded
- shorthanded
- ungrounded
- unpadded
- baldheaded
- unrounded
- lefthanded
- righthanded
- unfriended
- crossbanded
- redhanded
- uncandid
Examples of "backhanded" in lyrics
See how backhanded is used at the end of a line in songs:
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"Now you gettin' backhanded"
Bavu Blakes — Sarcasm -
"Don't get it backwards like a Dislexic you get smacked backhanded"
Tha Mexakinz f/ Chino XL, Xzibit — The Wake Up Show
What do these rhymes mean?
- amended
- of legislation modified for the better; "his amended ways"
- apprehended
- fully understood or grasped; "dangers not yet appreciated"; "these apprehended truths
- banded
- identified with a band especially around a leg
- barehanded
- with bare hands; "fought barehanded"
- bareheaded
- having the head uncovered; "caught bareheaded by the downpour"; "with bared head"
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Rhyming tips for songwriters
When using "backhanded" in your lyrics, consider mixing perfect rhymes with near rhymes (slant rhymes) for a more natural flow. Perfect rhymes like amended, apprehended, banded create a satisfying resolution, while slant rhymes add variety and keep listeners engaged.
Since "backhanded" 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.