Words that rhyme with contempt
Contempt is a 2-syllable word with 15 perfect rhymes. The most popular rhymes are attempt, dreamed, exempt. This word appears in songs across our database, making it a versatile choice for songwriters and poets.
Definition of contempt
- noun
- lack of respect accompanied by a feeling of intense dislike; "he was held in contempt"; "the despite in which outsiders were held is legendary"
- a manner that is generally disrespectful and contemptuous
- open disrespect for a person or thing
Examples of "contempt" in lyrics
See how contempt is used at the end of a line in songs:
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"And that they should love their enemies when faced with contempt"
Paris — Evil -
"Flashing teams with contempt"
Swollen Members f/ DJ Babu — Too Hot -
"Yeah! I got nothing but a lot of resent and an utter contempt"
Vents — Five Minutes to Midnight
What do these rhymes mean?
- attempt
- earnest and conscientious activity intended to do or accomplish something
- dreamed
- conceived of or imagined or hoped for; "his dreamed symphony that would take the world of music by storm"
- exempt
- (of persons) freed from or not subject to an obligation or liability (as e.g. taxes) to which others or other things
- kempt
- (of hair) neat and tidy; "a nicely kempt beard"
- prompt
- according to schedule or without delay; on time; "the train is prompt" ready and willing or quick to act
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Rhyming tips for songwriters
When using "contempt" in your lyrics, consider mixing perfect rhymes with near rhymes (slant rhymes) for a more natural flow. Perfect rhymes like attempt, dreamed, exempt create a satisfying resolution, while slant rhymes add variety and keep listeners engaged.
Since "contempt" 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.