68+ Words that rhyme with contradictory

Contradictory is a 5-syllable word with 68 perfect rhymes. The most popular rhymes are victory, valedictory, mystery. Multi-syllable rhymes sound more sophisticated — they're a hallmark of skilled lyricists and create complex rhythmic patterns.

Definition of contradictory

adjective
  1. of words or propositions so related that both cannot be true and both cannot be false; "`perfect' and `imperfect' are contradictory terms"
  2. that confounds or contradicts or confuses
  3. in disagreement; "the figures are at odds with our findings"; "contradictory attributes of unjust justice and loving vindictiveness"- John Morley

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Examples of "contradictory" in lyrics

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

  • "I'm sorry if sometimes I'm contradictory"
    Jeru the Damaja — Kick Rocks
  • "Well not lucky, but your life has simplicity, mine doesn't and I'm so contradictory"
    Sha Stimuli — Sometimes
  • "'Vaayai Moodi Pesavum' - sometimes brilliant, sometimes contradictory"
    IBN Live — IBN Live

What do these rhymes mean?

mystery
something that baffles understanding and cannot be explained; "how it got out is a mystery
scurry
rushing about hastily in an undignified way to move about or proceed hurriedly
surrey
a county in southeastern England on the Thames a light four-wheeled horse-drawn carriage; has two or four seats
valedictory
of or relating to an occasion or expression of farewell; "a valedictory address
victory
a successful ending of a struggle or contest; "a narrow victory

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Rhyming tips for songwriters

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

Since "contradictory" 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 contradictory?
Words that rhyme with contradictory include: victory, valedictory, mystery, scurry, surrey, history, wintery, blistery, blustery, benedictory, and 58 more.
How many syllables does contradictory have?
Contradictory has 5 syllables.
How many words rhyme with contradictory?
There are 68 words that rhyme with contradictory: 68 perfect rhymes.
What is a good rhyme for contradictory in a song?
The strongest rhymes for contradictory in songwriting are victory, valedictory, mystery. 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 contradictory?
Common, easy-to-use words that rhyme with contradictory include victory, valedictory, mystery, scurry, surrey. These are grouped by syllable count: 0-syllable: scurry, surrey; 1-syllable: victory, mystery; 2-syllable: directory, dysentery. Matching syllable counts helps maintain consistent rhythm in your writing.

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