196+ Words that rhyme with close

Close is a 1-syllable word with 196 perfect rhymes. The most popular rhymes are nose, rose, dose. Single-syllable words are the backbone of rap and poetry — they punch hard at line endings and pair easily with other one-syllable rhymes.

Definition of close

adverb
  1. near in time or place or relationship; "as the wedding day drew near"; "stood near the door"; "don't shoot until they come near"; "getting near to the true explanation"; "her mother is always near"; "The end draws nigh"; "the bullet didn't come close"; "don't get too close to the fire"
  2. in an attentive manner; "he remained close on his guard"
adjective
  1. at or within a short distance in space or time or having elements near each other; "close to noon"; "how close are we to town?"; "a close formation of ships"

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Examples of "close" in lyrics

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

  • "the judge will plead me close"
    51.50 — Games People Play
  • "me and my darlin we was dance too close"
    69 Boyz — Catch 22
  • "me men don't need to coast the homie shows keep the gat close"
    7L & Esoteric f/ Celph Titled — Murder-Death-Kill

What do these rhymes mean?

dose
a measured portion of medicine taken at any one time the quantity of an active agent (substance or radiation) taken in
nose
the organ of smell and entrance to the respiratory tract; the prominent part of the face of man or other mammals
pose
affected manners intended to impress others
rose
of something having a dusty purplish pink color
suppose
express a supposition; "Let us say that he did not tell the truth

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Rhyming tips for songwriters

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

Frequently asked questions

What rhymes with close?
Words that rhyme with close include: nose, rose, dose, pose, suppose, grandiose, doze, hose, adios, enclose, and 186 more.
How many syllables does close have?
Close has 1 syllable.
How many words rhyme with close?
There are 196 words that rhyme with close: 196 perfect rhymes.
What is a good rhyme for close in a song?
The strongest rhymes for close in songwriting are nose, rose, dose. 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 close?
Common, easy-to-use words that rhyme with close include nose, rose, dose, pose, suppose. These are grouped by syllable count: 0-syllable: nose, rose; 1-syllable: suppose, grandiose; 2-syllable: foreclose, decompose. Matching syllable counts helps maintain consistent rhythm in your writing.

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