Words that rhyme with dearly

Dearly is a 2-syllable word with 25 perfect rhymes. The most popular rhymes are austerely, biyearly, cavalierly. This word appears in songs across our database, making it a versatile choice for songwriters and poets.

Definition of dearly

adverb
  1. in a sincere and heartfelt manner; "I would dearly love to know"
  2. at a great cost; "he paid dearly for the food"; "this cost him dear"
  3. with affection; "she loved him dearly"; "he treats her affectionately"

Examples of "dearly" in lyrics

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

  • "Emotively emancipated, lay it out for you dearly"
    Alexipharmic — Astigmatism
  • "I hate em' dearly"
    Dre Dog (Andre Nickatina) — Soul of a Coke Dealer
  • "And not neglect, the one who loves them dearly"
    Capital Tax — I Can't Believe It

What do these rhymes mean?

austerely
in an austere fashion; "the church was austerely simple"
biyearly
every two years; "this festival takes places biennially" twice a year occurring every second year
cavalierly
in a proud and domineering manner; "he treated his staff cavalierly"
clearly
without doubt or question; "they were clearly lost
fiercely
in a physically fierce manner; "silence broken by dogs barking ferociously

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Rhyming tips for songwriters

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

Since "dearly" 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.

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