71+ Words that rhyme with convention

Convention is a 3-syllable word with 71 perfect rhymes. The most popular rhymes are mention, tension, pension. Multi-syllable rhymes sound more sophisticated — they're a hallmark of skilled lyricists and create complex rhythmic patterns.

Definition of convention

noun
  1. a large formal assembly; "political convention"
  2. something regarded as a normative example; "the convention of not naming the main character"; "violence is the rule not the exception"; "his formula for impressing visitors"
  3. (diplomacy) an international agreement

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Examples of "convention" in lyrics

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

  • "at the Walrus One convention"
    Awol One (w/ Daddy Kev) — Revolution
  • "City, town, state arena or convention"
    Blackalicious f/ Ledisi — World of Vibrations
  • "When I shoot up the crowd like a ? convention"
    Cage — Among the Sleep

What do these rhymes mean?

attention
the process whereby a person concentrates on some features of the environment to the (relative) exclusion of others the
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 "convention" in your lyrics, consider mixing perfect rhymes with near rhymes (slant rhymes) for a more natural flow. Perfect rhymes like mention, tension, pension create a satisfying resolution, while slant rhymes add variety and keep listeners engaged.

Since "convention" 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 convention?
Words that rhyme with convention include: mention, tension, pension, attention, gentian, ascension, detention, dimension, extension, invention, and 61 more.
How many syllables does convention have?
Convention has 3 syllables.
How many words rhyme with convention?
There are 71 words that rhyme with convention: 71 perfect rhymes.
What is a good rhyme for convention in a song?
The strongest rhymes for convention in songwriting are mention, tension, pension. 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 convention?
Common, easy-to-use words that rhyme with convention include mention, tension, pension, attention, gentian. These are grouped by syllable count: 0-syllable: mention, tension; 1-syllable: attention, ascension; 2-syllable: hypotension, hypertension. Matching syllable counts helps maintain consistent rhythm in your writing.

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