34+ Words that rhyme with contradiction

Contradiction is a 4-syllable word with 34 perfect rhymes. The most popular rhymes are friction, fiction, addiction. Multi-syllable rhymes sound more sophisticated — they're a hallmark of skilled lyricists and create complex rhythmic patterns.

Definition of contradiction

noun
  1. opposition between two conflicting forces or ideas
  2. (logic) a statement that is necessarily false; "the statement `he is brave and he is not brave' is a contradiction"
  3. the speech act of contradicting someone; "he spoke as if he thought his claims were immune to contradiction"

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Examples of "contradiction" in lyrics

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

  • "stink like N'Sync, I exist as contradiction"
    Anti-Pop Consortium — Silver Heat
  • "I feel like the world's one big contradiction"
    Bossman — Off Da Record
  • "End of question, start of answer, contradiction"
    Chubb Rock f/ G-Man — The Man

What do these rhymes mean?

addiction
being abnormally tolerant to and dependent on something that is psychologically or physically habit-forming (especially
benediction
the act of praying for divine protection a ceremonial prayer invoking divine protection
fiction
a literary work based on the imagination and not necessarily on fact a deliberately false or improbable account
friction
a state of conflict between persons the resistance encountered when one body is moved in contact with another effort
infliction
the act of imposing something (as a tax or an embargo) an act causing pain or damage something or someone that causes

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Rhyming tips for songwriters

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

Since "contradiction" has 4 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 contradiction?
Words that rhyme with contradiction include: friction, fiction, addiction, infliction, benediction, diction, conviction, eviction, depiction, affliction, and 24 more.
How many syllables does contradiction have?
Contradiction has 4 syllables.
How many words rhyme with contradiction?
There are 34 words that rhyme with contradiction: 34 perfect rhymes.
What is a good rhyme for contradiction in a song?
The strongest rhymes for contradiction in songwriting are friction, fiction, addiction. 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 contradiction?
Common, easy-to-use words that rhyme with contradiction include friction, fiction, addiction, infliction, benediction. These are grouped by syllable count: 0-syllable: an; 1-syllable: friction, fiction; 2-syllable: addiction, infliction. Matching syllable counts helps maintain consistent rhythm in your writing.

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