16+ Words that rhyme with basilisk

Basilisk is a 3-syllable word with 16 perfect rhymes. The most popular rhymes are disc, disk, fisc. Multi-syllable rhymes sound more sophisticated — they're a hallmark of skilled lyricists and create complex rhythmic patterns.

Definition of basilisk

noun
  1. (classical mythology) a serpent (or lizard or dragon) able to kill with its breath or glance
  2. ancient brass cannon
  3. small crested arboreal lizard able to run on its hind legs; of tropical America

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1 syllable

3 syllables

Examples of "basilisk" in lyrics

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

  • "Running from a rabid ring-wraith click basilisk"
    Aesop Rock — Babies with Guns
  • "brown basilisk"
    AOL — AOL
  • "basilisk 2"
    AOL — AOL

What do these rhymes mean?

disc
sound recording consisting of a disk with a continuous groove
disk
something with a round shape resembling a flat circular plate
fisc
a state treasury or exchequer or a royal treasury; originally the public treasury of Rome or the emperor's private purse
risc
(computer science) a kind of computer architecture that has a relatively small set of computer instructions that it can
risk
a source of danger; a possibility of incurring loss or misfortune

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Rhyming tips for songwriters

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

Since "basilisk" 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 basilisk?
Words that rhyme with basilisk include: disc, disk, fisc, risc, risk, brisk, frisk, whisk, bisque, obelisk, and 6 more.
How many syllables does basilisk have?
Basilisk has 3 syllables.
How many words rhyme with basilisk?
There are 16 words that rhyme with basilisk: 16 perfect rhymes.
What is a good rhyme for basilisk in a song?
The strongest rhymes for basilisk in songwriting are disc, disk, fisc. 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 basilisk?
Common, easy-to-use words that rhyme with basilisk include disc, disk, fisc, risc, risk. These are grouped by syllable count: 0-syllable: disc, disk; 1-syllable: obelisk, asterisk. Matching syllable counts helps maintain consistent rhythm in your writing.

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