126+ Words that rhyme with compete

Compete is a 2-syllable word with 126 perfect rhymes. The most popular rhymes are repeat, concrete, delete. Two-syllable words give you rhythmic flexibility — they work as both end rhymes and internal rhymes within a line.

Definition of compete

verb
  1. compete for something; engage in a contest; measure oneself against others

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1 syllable

2 syllables

3 syllables

Examples of "compete" in lyrics

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

  • "When I'm twistin' my dub, can't nobody compete"
    2 Live Crew f/ Ice-T — The Real One
  • "You said I didn't have it that I couldn't compete"
    3rd Bass — Product of the Environment
  • "Uhh, sit down and grab a seat, cats compete"
    7L & Esoteric — Boxcutter Rap

What do these rhymes mean?

concrete
capable of being perceived by the senses; not abstract or imaginary
delete
remove or make invisible; "Please delete my name from your list" wipe out digitally or magnetically recorded
incomplete
not complete or total; not completed; "an incomplete account of his life
peat
partially carbonized vegetable matter saturated with water; can be used as a fuel when dried
repeat
an event that repeats; "the events today were a repeat of yesterday's" to say, state, or perform again

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Rhyming tips for songwriters

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

Since "compete" 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 compete?
Words that rhyme with compete include: repeat, concrete, delete, peat, incomplete, eat, beat, beet, feat, heat, and 116 more.
How many syllables does compete have?
Compete has 2 syllables.
How many words rhyme with compete?
There are 126 words that rhyme with compete: 126 perfect rhymes.
What is a good rhyme for compete in a song?
The strongest rhymes for compete in songwriting are repeat, concrete, delete. 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 compete?
Common, easy-to-use words that rhyme with compete include repeat, concrete, delete, peat, incomplete. These are grouped by syllable count: 0-syllable: peat, eat; 1-syllable: repeat, concrete; 2-syllable: incomplete, obsolete. Matching syllable counts helps maintain consistent rhythm in your writing.

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