69+ Words that rhyme with contention

Contention is a 3-syllable word with 69 perfect rhymes. The most popular rhymes are pension, tension, mention. Multi-syllable rhymes sound more sophisticated — they're a hallmark of skilled lyricists and create complex rhythmic patterns.

Definition of contention

noun
  1. a point asserted as part of an argument
  2. a contentious speech act; a dispute where there is strong disagreement; "they were involved in a violent argument"
  3. the act of competing as for profit or a prize; "the teams were in fierce contention for first place"

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Examples of "contention" in lyrics

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

  • "But needs outweight cheese tryna stay in contention"
    CunninLynguists — What'll You Do?
  • "Making sinful decisions without repentance leaves only contention"
    Flame — How Long
  • "And it's documented, we're breaking bones of contention"
    Mars ILL — Breathe Slow

What do these rhymes mean?

ascension
(Christianity) celebration of the Ascension of Christ into heaven
gentian
any of various plants of the family Gentianaceae especially the genera Gentiana and Gentianella and Gentianopsis
mention
a remark that calls attention to something or someone; "she made frequent mention of her promotion
pension
a regular payment to a person that is intended to allow them to subsist without working grant a pension to
tension
(psychology) a state of mental or emotional strain or suspense; "he suffered from fatigue and emotional tension

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Rhyming tips for songwriters

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

Since "contention" 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 contention?
Words that rhyme with contention include: pension, tension, mention, gentian, ascension, attention, detention, dimension, extension, invention, and 59 more.
How many syllables does contention have?
Contention has 3 syllables.
How many words rhyme with contention?
There are 69 words that rhyme with contention: 69 perfect rhymes.
What is a good rhyme for contention in a song?
The strongest rhymes for contention in songwriting are pension, tension, mention. 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 contention?
Common, easy-to-use words that rhyme with contention include pension, tension, mention, gentian, ascension. These are grouped by syllable count: 0-syllable: pension, tension; 1-syllable: ascension, attention; 2-syllable: hypotension, hypertension. Matching syllable counts helps maintain consistent rhythm in your writing.

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