736+ Words that rhyme with citation

Citation is a 3-syllable word with 500 perfect rhymes. The most popular rhymes are excitation, nation, mutation. Multi-syllable rhymes sound more sophisticated — they're a hallmark of skilled lyricists and create complex rhythmic patterns.

Definition of citation

noun
  1. an official award (as for bravery or service) usually given as formal public statement
  2. (law) the act of citing (as of spoken words or written passages or legal precedents etc.)
  3. a short note recognizing a source of information or of a quoted passage; "the student's essay failed to list several important citations"; "the acknowledgments are usually printed at the front of a book"; "the article includes mention of similar clinical cases"

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Examples of "citation" in lyrics

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

  • "So listen to the doctor, when he spits this citation"
    Billy Cook f/ Congo, Talent, Kizzo — B.A.B.U.
  • "Could you come to my rescue? Lord cause I'm facing a citation"
    Gospel Gangstas — Once Was Blind
  • "Finds out I'm underage, now he's writin a citation"
    Murs — Morocco Mike

What do these rhymes mean?

dictation
an authoritative direction or instruction to do something speech intended for reproduction in writing matter that has
excitation
the state of being emotionally aroused and worked up; "his face was flushed with excitement and his hands trembled
mutation
(biology) an organism that has characteristics resulting from chromosomal alteration (genetics) any event that changes
nation
a politically organized body of people under a single government; "the state has elected a new president
notation
a technical system of symbols used to represent special things a comment or instruction (usually added)

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Rhyming tips for songwriters

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

Since "citation" 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 citation?
Words that rhyme with citation include: excitation, nation, mutation, notation, dictation, flotation, imitation, lactation, cogitation, dilatation, and 490 more.
How many syllables does citation have?
Citation has 3 syllables.
How many words rhyme with citation?
There are 736 words that rhyme with citation: 500 perfect rhymes.
What is a good rhyme for citation in a song?
The strongest rhymes for citation in songwriting are excitation, nation, mutation. 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 citation?
Common, easy-to-use words that rhyme with citation include excitation, nation, mutation, notation, dictation. These are grouped by syllable count: 0-syllable: nation, creation; 1-syllable: mutation, notation; 2-syllable: excitation, imitation. Matching syllable counts helps maintain consistent rhythm in your writing.

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