146+ Words that rhyme with covetous

Covetous is a 3-syllable word with 146 perfect rhymes. The most popular rhymes are ictus, titus, cactus. Multi-syllable rhymes sound more sophisticated — they're a hallmark of skilled lyricists and create complex rhythmic patterns.

Definition of covetous

adjective
  1. showing extreme cupidity; painfully desirous of another's advantages; "he was never covetous before he met her"; "jealous of his success and covetous of his possessions"; "envious of their art collection"
  2. immoderately desirous of acquiring e.g. wealth; "they are avaricious and will do anything for money"; "casting covetous eyes on his neighbor's fields"; "a grasping old miser"; "grasping commercialism"; "greedy for money and power"; "grew richer and greedier"; "prehensile employers stingy with raises for their employees"

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What do these rhymes mean?

cactus
any succulent plant of the family Cactaceae native chiefly to arid regions of the New World and usually having spines
ictus
a sudden occurrence (or recurrence) of a disease; "he suffered an epileptic seizure"
rectus
any of various straight muscles
rictus
a gaping grimace
titus
a Greek disciple and helper of Saint Paul Emperor of Rome

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Rhyming tips for songwriters

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

Since "covetous" 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 covetous?
Words that rhyme with covetous include: ictus, titus, cactus, rectus, rictus, countess, tortoise, lotus, coitus, gratis, and 136 more.
How many syllables does covetous have?
Covetous has 3 syllables.
How many words rhyme with covetous?
There are 146 words that rhyme with covetous: 146 perfect rhymes.
What is a good rhyme for covetous in a song?
The strongest rhymes for covetous in songwriting are ictus, titus, cactus. 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 covetous?
Common, easy-to-use words that rhyme with covetous include ictus, titus, cactus, rectus, rictus. These are grouped by syllable count: 0-syllable: ictus, titus; 1-syllable: mastitis, iritis; 2-syllable: emeritus, ovaritis. Matching syllable counts helps maintain consistent rhythm in your writing.

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