25+ Words that rhyme with dearly

Dearly is a 2-syllable word with 25 perfect rhymes. The most popular rhymes are clearly, austerely, nearly. Two-syllable words give you rhythmic flexibility — they work as both end rhymes and internal rhymes within a line.

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"

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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"
clearly
without doubt or question; "they were clearly lost
merely
and nothing more; "I was merely asking"; "it is simply a matter of time"; "just a scratch"; "he was only a child
nearly
(of actions or states) slightly short of or not quite accomplished; all but; "the job is (just) about done
yearly
without missing a year; "they travel to China annually" occurring or payable every year; "an annual trip to Paris

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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 clearly, austerely, nearly 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.

Frequently asked questions

What rhymes with dearly?
Words that rhyme with dearly include: clearly, austerely, nearly, yearly, merely, severely, sincerely, cavalierly, queerly, biyearly, and 15 more.
How many syllables does dearly have?
Dearly has 2 syllables.
How many words rhyme with dearly?
There are 25 words that rhyme with dearly: 25 perfect rhymes.
What is a good rhyme for dearly in a song?
The strongest rhymes for dearly in songwriting are clearly, austerely, nearly. 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 dearly?
Common, easy-to-use words that rhyme with dearly include clearly, austerely, nearly, yearly, merely. These are grouped by syllable count: 0-syllable: myrlie; 1-syllable: clearly, nearly; 2-syllable: merely, fiercely. Matching syllable counts helps maintain consistent rhythm in your writing.

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