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61+ Words that rhyme with burdensome

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

Definition of burdensome

adjective
  1. not easily borne; wearing; "the burdensome task of preparing the income tax return"; "my duties weren't onerous; I only had to greet the guests"; "a taxing schedule"

2 syllables

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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
hansom
a two-wheeled horse-drawn covered carriage with the driver's seat above and behind the passengers

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Rhyming tips for songwriters

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

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

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