63+ Words that rhyme with crime

Crime is a 1-syllable word with 63 perfect rhymes. The most popular rhymes are time, dime, prime. Single-syllable words are the backbone of rap and poetry — they punch hard at line endings and pair easily with other one-syllable rhymes.

Definition of crime

noun
  1. (criminal law) an act punishable by law; usually considered an evil act; "a long record of crimes"
  2. an evil act not necessarily punishable by law; "crimes of the heart"

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Examples of "crime" in lyrics

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

  • "The ghetto windchimes, witnessing the crime"
    1.4.0. Productions f/ Clocka, Lighter Shade, Othorized F.A.M. — New York
  • "First I lay low, and then yo, I commit the crime"
    415 f/ Brotha Broski, Icee B — Ruthless is Reality
  • "Forties suffice, I can get nice and pay the crime"
    The 49ers f/ Harun Karim — Why I Don't Know

What do these rhymes mean?

dime
a United States coin worth one tenth of a dollar street name for a packet of illegal drugs that is sold for ten dollars
prime
first in rank or degree; "an architect of premier rank"; "the prime minister" used of the first or originating agent
slime
any thick, viscous matter cover or stain with slime; "The snake slimed his victim"
summertime
the warmest season of the year; in the northern hemisphere it extends from the summer solstice to the autumnal equinox
time
an instance or single occasion for some event; "this time he succeeded"; "he called four times

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Rhyming tips for songwriters

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

Frequently asked questions

What rhymes with crime?
Words that rhyme with crime include: time, dime, prime, slime, summertime, lime, mime, chime, thyme, sublime, and 53 more.
How many syllables does crime have?
Crime has 1 syllable.
How many words rhyme with crime?
There are 63 words that rhyme with crime: 63 perfect rhymes.
What is a good rhyme for crime in a song?
The strongest rhymes for crime in songwriting are time, dime, prime. 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 crime?
Common, easy-to-use words that rhyme with crime include time, dime, prime, slime, summertime. These are grouped by syllable count: 0-syllable: time, dime; 1-syllable: sublime, bedtime; 2-syllable: summertime, onetime. Matching syllable counts helps maintain consistent rhythm in your writing.

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