23+ Words that rhyme with blushing

Blushing is a 2-syllable word with 23 perfect rhymes. The most popular rhymes are gushing, rushing, crushing. Two-syllable words give you rhythmic flexibility — they work as both end rhymes and internal rhymes within a line.

Definition of blushing

adjective
  1. having a red face from embarrassment or shame or agitation or emotional upset; "the blushing boy was brought before the Principal"; "her blushful beau"; "was red-faced with anger"

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2 syllables

3 syllables

Examples of "blushing" in lyrics

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

  • "Complimented much, yeah, but never blushing"
    The D.O.C. — No One Can Do it Better
  • "No trace of blushing"
    Jean Grae — P.S
  • "Witness, your blushing"
    Rage Against the Machine — Testify

What do these rhymes mean?

brushing
the act of brushing your teeth; "the dentist recommended two brushes a day" the act of brushing your hair
crushing
physically or spiritually devastating; often used in combination; "a crushing blow"; "a crushing rejection
dashing
lively and spirited; "a dashing hero" marked by up-to-dateness in dress and manners; "a dapper young man
gushing
flowing profusely; "a gushing hydrant"; "pouring flood waters" uttered with unrestrained enthusiasm
rushing
(American football) an attempt to advance the ball by running into the line

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Rhyming tips for songwriters

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

Since "blushing" 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.

Frequently asked questions

What rhymes with blushing?
Words that rhyme with blushing include: gushing, rushing, crushing, brushing, dashing, hushing, cushing, pushing, lashing, flashing, and 13 more.
How many syllables does blushing have?
Blushing has 2 syllables.
How many words rhyme with blushing?
There are 23 words that rhyme with blushing: 23 perfect rhymes.
What is a good rhyme for blushing in a song?
The strongest rhymes for blushing in songwriting are gushing, rushing, crushing. 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 blushing?
Common, easy-to-use words that rhyme with blushing include gushing, rushing, crushing, brushing, dashing. These are grouped by syllable count: 0-syllable: gushing, rushing; 1-syllable: ravishing, furnishing. Matching syllable counts helps maintain consistent rhythm in your writing.

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