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30+ Words that rhyme with bribe

Bribe is a 1-syllable word with 30 perfect rhymes. The most popular rhymes are gibe, jibe, imbibe. Single-syllable words are the backbone of rap and poetry — they punch hard at line endings and pair easily with other one-syllable rhymes.

Definition of bribe

noun
  1. payment made to a person in a position of trust to corrupt his judgment
verb
  1. make illegal payments to in exchange for favors or influence; "This judge can be bought"

1 syllable

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Examples of "bribe" in lyrics

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

  • "I'll never take a dive, never take a bribe"
    Akbar — 5th Element
  • "I'm hard to please, easy to bribe"
    Fes Taylor f/ Jack Don, L.I.S., Tommy Guns — Warriors
  • "Along with briefcase filled with one point five, that's the bribe"
    The Genius/GZA — Killah Hills 10304

What do these rhymes mean?

ascribe
attribute or credit to; "We attributed this quotation to Shakespeare"; "People impute great cleverness to cats"
gibe
an aggressive remark directed at a person like a missile and intended to have a telling effect
imbibe
take in, also metaphorically; "The sponge absorbs water well
jibe
an aggressive remark directed at a person like a missile and intended to have a telling effect
scribe
French playwright (1791-1861) informal terms for journalists someone employed to make written copies of documents and

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Rhyming tips for songwriters

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

Frequently asked questions

What rhymes with bribe?
Words that rhyme with bribe include: gibe, jibe, imbibe, scribe, ascribe, describe, inscribe, prescribe, proscribe, subscribe, and 20 more.
How many syllables does bribe have?
Bribe has 1 syllable.
How many words rhyme with bribe?
There are 30 words that rhyme with bribe: 30 perfect rhymes.
What is a good rhyme for bribe in a song?
The strongest rhymes for bribe in songwriting are gibe, jibe, imbibe. 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 bribe?
Common, easy-to-use words that rhyme with bribe include gibe, jibe, imbibe, scribe, ascribe. These are grouped by syllable count: 0-syllable: gibe, jibe; 1-syllable: imbibe, ascribe; 2-syllable: circumscribe, superscribe. Matching syllable counts helps maintain consistent rhythm in your writing.

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