30+ Words that rhyme with cowardly

Cowardly is a 3-syllable word with 30 perfect rhymes. The most popular rhymes are absurdly, awkwardly, avidly. Multi-syllable rhymes sound more sophisticated — they're a hallmark of skilled lyricists and create complex rhythmic patterns.

Definition of cowardly

adjective
  1. lacking courage; ignobly timid and faint-hearted; "cowardly dogs, ye will not aid me then"- P.B.Shelley

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Examples of "cowardly" in lyrics

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  • "Black mambo, king snake, desert gecko, the cowardly"
    Holocaust — Midnight in the Garden of Good
  • "Look it, behavior sins tales to the cowardly"
    Natas — Kill Me
  • "Has poppin 'em from Shaolin, I don't mean to sound cowardly"
    Pop Da Brown Hornet — I'm Soooo...

What do these rhymes mean?

absurdly
in an absurd manner or to an absurd degree; "an absurdly rich young woman"
avidly
in an avid manner; "whatever the flavor or color of your local paper, do remember that these are read avidly for local
awkwardly
in an awkward manner; "he bent awkwardly"
baldly
in a bald manner; "this book is, to put it baldly, an uneven work."
boldly
with boldness, in a bold manner; "we must tackle these tasks boldly"

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Rhyming tips for songwriters

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

Since "cowardly" 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 cowardly?
Words that rhyme with cowardly include: absurdly, awkwardly, avidly, baldly, boldly, coldly, blandly, blindly, dazedly, avowedly, and 20 more.
How many syllables does cowardly have?
Cowardly has 3 syllables.
How many words rhyme with cowardly?
There are 30 words that rhyme with cowardly: 30 perfect rhymes.
What is a good rhyme for cowardly in a song?
The strongest rhymes for cowardly in songwriting are absurdly, awkwardly, avidly. 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 cowardly?
Common, easy-to-use words that rhyme with cowardly include absurdly, awkwardly, avidly, baldly, boldly. These are grouped by syllable count: 0-syllable: baldly, boldly; 1-syllable: absurdly, awkwardly; 2-syllable: avowedly, advisedly. Matching syllable counts helps maintain consistent rhythm in your writing.

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