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61+ Words that rhyme with bothersome

Bothersome is a 3-syllable word with 61 perfect rhymes. The most popular rhymes are loathsome, buxom, balsam. Multi-syllable rhymes sound more sophisticated — they're a hallmark of skilled lyricists and create complex rhythmic patterns.

Definition of bothersome

adjective
  1. causing irritation or annoyance; "tapping an annoying rhythm on his glass with his fork"; "aircraft noise is particularly bothersome near the airport"; "found it galling to have to ask permission"; "an irritating delay"; "nettlesome paperwork"; "a pesky mosquito"; "swarms of pestering gnats"; "a plaguey newfangled safety catch"; "a teasing and persistent thought annoyed him"; "a vexatious child"; "it is vexing to have to admit you are wrong"

2 syllables

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Examples of "bothersome" in lyrics

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  • "prolonged yeast infection bothersome"
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What do these rhymes mean?

balsam
any seed plant yielding balsam any of various fragrant oleoresins used in medicines and perfumes an ointment containing
buxom
(of a woman's body) having a large bosom and pleasing curves; "Hollywood seems full of curvaceous blondes
dorsum
the posterior part of a human (or animal) body from the neck to the end of the spine
gypsum
a common white or colorless mineral (hydrated calcium sulphate) used to make cements and plasters (especially plaster
loathsome
causing or able to cause nausea; "a nauseating smell"; "nauseous offal"; "a sickening stench" highly offensive

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Rhyming tips for songwriters

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

Since "bothersome" 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 bothersome?
Words that rhyme with bothersome include: loathsome, buxom, balsam, dorsum, gypsum, hansom, jetsam, ransom, awesome, flotsam, and 51 more.
How many syllables does bothersome have?
Bothersome has 3 syllables.
How many words rhyme with bothersome?
There are 61 words that rhyme with bothersome: 61 perfect rhymes.
What is a good rhyme for bothersome in a song?
The strongest rhymes for bothersome in songwriting are loathsome, buxom, balsam. 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 bothersome?
Common, easy-to-use words that rhyme with bothersome include loathsome, buxom, balsam, dorsum, gypsum. These are grouped by syllable count: 0-syllable: loathsome, buxom; 1-syllable: awesome, lonesome; 2-syllable: abomasum, helichrysum. Matching syllable counts helps maintain consistent rhythm in your writing.

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