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28+ Words that rhyme with cruelty

Cruelty is a 2-syllable word with 28 perfect rhymes. The most popular rhymes are jolty, salty, faulty. Two-syllable words give you rhythmic flexibility — they work as both end rhymes and internal rhymes within a line.

Definition of cruelty

noun
  1. a cruel act; a deliberate infliction of pain and suffering
  2. feelings of extreme heartlessness
  3. the quality of being cruel and causing tension or annoyance

1 syllable

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Examples of "cruelty" in lyrics

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

  • "But I just can't seem to give up against the Earth and this cruelty"
    Chief Kamachi — This Man
  • "Like how could you show me such cruelty"
    Clinton Sparks f/ Joe Budden — Whatever it Takes
  • "Ruthless, wild, strong with morbid cruelty"
    Lone Ninja — Minefield

What do these rhymes mean?

faulty
having a defect; "I returned the appliance because it was defective" characterized by errors
fluently
in a fluent manner; "she speaks French fluently"
guilty
responsible for or chargeable with a reprehensible act; "guilty of murder"; "the guilty person
jolty
causing or characterized by jolts and irregular movements; "a rough ride"
salty
engagingly stimulating or provocative; "a piquant wit"; "salty language" containing or filled with salt

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Rhyming tips for songwriters

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

Since "cruelty" has 2 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 cruelty?
Words that rhyme with cruelty include: jolty, salty, faulty, guilty, fluently, welty, fealty, faculty, frailty, loyalty, and 18 more.
How many syllables does cruelty have?
Cruelty has 2 syllables.
How many words rhyme with cruelty?
There are 28 words that rhyme with cruelty: 28 perfect rhymes.
What is a good rhyme for cruelty in a song?
The strongest rhymes for cruelty in songwriting are jolty, salty, faulty. 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 cruelty?
Common, easy-to-use words that rhyme with cruelty include jolty, salty, faulty, guilty, fluently. These are grouped by syllable count: 0-syllable: kiltie; 1-syllable: jolty, salty; 2-syllable: faculty, novelty. Matching syllable counts helps maintain consistent rhythm in your writing.

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