52+ Words that rhyme with clever

Clever is a 2-syllable word with 52 perfect rhymes. The most popular rhymes are altogether, are, bellwether. This word appears in songs across our database, making it a versatile choice for songwriters and poets.

Definition of clever

adjective
  1. showing self-interest and shrewdness in dealing with others; "a cagey lawyer"; "too clever to be sound"
  2. mentally quick and resourceful; "an apt pupil"; "you are a clever man...you reason well and your wit is bold"-Bram Stoker
  3. showing inventiveness and skill; "a clever gadget"; "the cunning maneuvers leading to his success"; "an ingenious solution to the problem"

Examples of "clever" in lyrics

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

  • "Aiyo, my legacy is here forever, always thinking clever"
    9th Prince — Prince of the Empire State
  • "My light beams are mad bright, they stay clever"
    Aesop Rock f/ Vast Aire (Cannibal Ox) — Attention Span
  • "You'll never, ever, brave the weather, I'm too clever"
    Afu-Ra f/ GZA — Bigacts, Littleacts

What do these rhymes mean?

altogether
to a complete degree or to the full or entire extent (`whole' is often used informally for `wholly')
are
a unit of surface area equal to 100 square meters
bellwether
someone who assumes leadership of a movement or activity sheep that leads the herd often wearing a bell
cantilever
projecting horizontal beam fixed at one end only project as a cantilever construct with girders and beams such that
dissever
separate into parts or portions; "divide the cake into three equal parts

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Rhyming tips for songwriters

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

Since "clever" has 2 syllables, try matching it with words of similar length for a balanced meter. Multi-syllable rhymes often sound more sophisticated than single-syllable pairs.

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