98+ Words that rhyme with contemporary

Contemporary is a 5-syllable word with 98 perfect rhymes. The most popular rhymes are aerie, temporary, airy. Multi-syllable rhymes sound more sophisticated — they're a hallmark of skilled lyricists and create complex rhythmic patterns.

Definition of contemporary

adjective
  1. characteristic of the present; "contemporary trends in design"; "the role of computers in modern-day medicine"
  2. belonging to the present time; "contemporary leaders"
  3. occurring in the same period of time; "a rise in interest rates is often contemporaneous with an increase in inflation"; "the composer Salieri was contemporary with Mozart"

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Examples of "contemporary" in lyrics

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

  • "Only do art, keep it urban contemporary"
    No I.D. f/ Dug Infinite, Syndicate — Mega Live
  • "banisters contemporary"
    AOL — AOL
  • "renovation banisters contemporary"
    AOL — AOL

What do these rhymes mean?

aerie
the lofty nest of a bird of prey (such as a hawk or eagle) any habitation at a high altitude
airy
open to or abounding in fresh air; "airy rooms" not practical or realizable; speculative
berry
any of numerous small and pulpy edible fruits
bury
cover from sight; "Afghani women buried under their burkas" place in a grave or tomb
temporary
not permanent; not lasting; "politics is an impermanent factor of life"- James Thurber; "impermanent palm cottages

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Rhyming tips for songwriters

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

Since "contemporary" has 5 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 contemporary?
Words that rhyme with contemporary include: aerie, temporary, airy, bury, berry, carry, dairy, cherry, fury, jury, and 88 more.
How many syllables does contemporary have?
Contemporary has 5 syllables.
How many words rhyme with contemporary?
There are 98 words that rhyme with contemporary: 98 perfect rhymes.
What is a good rhyme for contemporary in a song?
The strongest rhymes for contemporary in songwriting are aerie, temporary, airy. 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 contemporary?
Common, easy-to-use words that rhyme with contemporary include aerie, temporary, airy, bury, berry. These are grouped by syllable count: 0-syllable: aerie, curie; 1-syllable: airy, bury; 2-syllable: bowery, flowery. Matching syllable counts helps maintain consistent rhythm in your writing.

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