42+ Words that rhyme with candidate

Candidate is a 3-syllable word with 42 perfect rhymes. The most popular rhymes are backdate, ate, date. Multi-syllable rhymes sound more sophisticated — they're a hallmark of skilled lyricists and create complex rhythmic patterns.

Definition of candidate

noun
  1. a politician who is running for public office
  2. someone who is considered for something (for an office or prize or honor etc.)

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Examples of "candidate" in lyrics

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

  • "Yo, straight out the gate like a Preakness candidate"
    Akrobatik f/ Afu-Ra, Breez Evahflowin' — Ruff Enuff (Re-Mix)
  • "But still the candidate"
    Celph Titled f/ Apathy, Esoteric, Lord Digga — Way of the Gun
  • "Debate this in any presidential candidate"
    El Da Sensei — Relax

What do these rhymes mean?

antedate
be earlier in time; go back further; "Stone tools precede bronze tools" establish something as being earlier relative
ate
goddess of criminal rashness and its punishment
backdate
make effective from an earlier date; "The increase in tax was backdated to January"
date
the specified day of the month; "what is the date today?" a participant in a date
pedate
of a leaf shape; having radiating lobes, each deeply cleft or divided having or resembling a foot

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Rhyming tips for songwriters

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

Since "candidate" 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 candidate?
Words that rhyme with candidate include: backdate, ate, date, antedate, pedate, sedate, update, caudate, cordate, exudate, and 32 more.
How many syllables does candidate have?
Candidate has 3 syllables.
How many words rhyme with candidate?
There are 42 words that rhyme with candidate: 42 perfect rhymes.
What is a good rhyme for candidate in a song?
The strongest rhymes for candidate in songwriting are backdate, ate, date. 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 candidate?
Common, easy-to-use words that rhyme with candidate include backdate, ate, date, antedate, pedate. These are grouped by syllable count: 0-syllable: ate, date; 1-syllable: backdate, pedate; 2-syllable: antedate, exudate. Matching syllable counts helps maintain consistent rhythm in your writing.

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