122+ Words that rhyme with closely

Closely is a 3-syllable word with 122 perfect rhymes. The most popular rhymes are grossly, mostly, morosely. Multi-syllable rhymes sound more sophisticated — they're a hallmark of skilled lyricists and create complex rhythmic patterns.

Definition of closely

adverb
  1. in a close relation or position in time or space; "the onsets were closely timed"; "houses set closely together"; "was closely involved in monitoring daily progress"
  2. in an attentive manner; "he remained close on his guard"
  3. in a close manner; "the two phenomena are intimately connected"; "the person most nearly concerned"

See full definition of closely →

2 syllables

3 syllables

4 syllables

5 syllables

Examples of "closely" in lyrics

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

  • "Day of the dead, play the ledge closely"
    Aesop Rock f/ El-P — 39 Thieves
  • "Anything that I tell y'all listen closely"
    Anybody Killa — Hey Y'all
  • "If you a female listen closely"
    Apathy & Celph Titled f/ J-Zone — Nut Reception

What do these rhymes mean?

densely
in a stupid manner; "he had so rapaciously desired and so obtusely expected to find her alone" in a concentrated manner
grossly
in a gross manner
laxly
in a permissively lenient manner; "he felt incensed that Tarrant should have been treated so leniently given his crime"
morosely
in a morose manner; "he fell morosely on the bed"
mostly
in large part; mainly or chiefly; "These accounts are largely inactive" usually; as a rule

Use "closely" in a verse

Ready to write? Generate rap lyrics using "closely" as your theme:

Generate a verse

More about "closely"

Related words

Looking for rhymes for similar words? Try these:

Rhyming tips for songwriters

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

Since "closely" 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 closely?
Words that rhyme with closely include: grossly, mostly, morosely, laxly, densely, falsely, tensely, tersely, jocosely, princely, and 112 more.
How many syllables does closely have?
Closely has 3 syllables.
How many words rhyme with closely?
There are 122 words that rhyme with closely: 122 perfect rhymes.
What is a good rhyme for closely in a song?
The strongest rhymes for closely in songwriting are grossly, mostly, morosely. 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 closely?
Common, easy-to-use words that rhyme with closely include grossly, mostly, morosely, laxly, densely. These are grouped by syllable count: 0-syllable: grossly, mostly; 1-syllable: densely, falsely; 2-syllable: morosely, jocosely. Matching syllable counts helps maintain consistent rhythm in your writing.

Explore More Word Tools

Find rhymes for another word