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58+ Words that rhyme with clockwise

Clockwise is a 2-syllable word with 58 perfect rhymes. The most popular rhymes are bise, demise, despise. Two-syllable words give you rhythmic flexibility — they work as both end rhymes and internal rhymes within a line.

Definition of clockwise

adverb
  1. in the direction that the hands of a clock move; "please move clockwise in a circle"
adjective
  1. in the same direction as the rotating hands of a clock

1 syllable

2 syllables

3 syllables

4 syllables

Examples of "clockwise" in lyrics

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

  • "I watch the hands turn, counter clockwise"
    Bronze Nazareth f/ Kevlaar 7, Phillie — Detroit
  • "Meanwhile inside your Honda, ganja go clockwise"
    Grand Agent — Every Five Minutes
  • "Meanwhile inside your Honda, the gonga go clockwise"
    Grand Agent — Every Five Minutes

What do these rhymes mean?

bise
a dry cold north wind in southeastern France
demise
the time when something ends; "it was the death of all his plans
despise
look down on with disdain; "He despises the people he has to work for
disguise
an outward semblance that misrepresents the true nature of something
nowise
in no manner; "they are nowise different"

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Rhyming tips for songwriters

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

Since "clockwise" 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.

Frequently asked questions

What rhymes with clockwise?
Words that rhyme with clockwise include: bise, demise, despise, disguise, nowise, unwise, endwise, edgewise, likewise, coastwise, and 48 more.
How many syllables does clockwise have?
Clockwise has 2 syllables.
How many words rhyme with clockwise?
There are 58 words that rhyme with clockwise: 58 perfect rhymes.
What is a good rhyme for clockwise in a song?
The strongest rhymes for clockwise in songwriting are bise, demise, despise. 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 clockwise?
Common, easy-to-use words that rhyme with clockwise include bise, demise, despise, disguise, nowise. These are grouped by syllable count: 0-syllable: bise, wise; 1-syllable: demise, despise; 2-syllable: edgewise, likewise. Matching syllable counts helps maintain consistent rhythm in your writing.

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