43+ Words that rhyme with deceitful

Deceitful is a 3-syllable word with 43 perfect rhymes. The most popular rhymes are artful, fitful, fateful. Multi-syllable rhymes sound more sophisticated — they're a hallmark of skilled lyricists and create complex rhythmic patterns.

Definition of deceitful

adjective
  1. intended to deceive; "deceitful advertising"; "fallacious testimony"; "smooth, shining, and deceitful as thin ice" - S.T.Coleridge; "a fraudulent scheme to escape paying taxes"
  2. marked by deliberate deceptiveness especially by pretending one set of feelings and acting under the influence of another; "she was a deceitful scheming little thing"- Israel Zangwill; "a double-dealing double agent"; "a double-faced infernal traitor and schemer"- W.M.Thackeray

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Examples of "deceitful" in lyrics

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

  • "We see through the deceitful"
    Bronze Nazareth f/ Hell Razah, Killah Priest — Millenium Warfare (Premix)
  • "And speak through hate, power, spite and the deceitful"
    Muphin — Eyes Wide Shut
  • "Oscar Pistorius branded 'deceitful'"
    BBC — BBC

What do these rhymes mean?

artful
not straightforward or candid; giving a false appearance of frankness
fateful
having momentous consequences; of decisive importance
fitful
occurring in spells and often abruptly; "fitful bursts of energy
fretful
nervous and unable to relax; "a constant fretful stamping of hooves"; "a restless child" habitually complaining
hateful
evoking or deserving hatred; "no vice is universally as hateful as ingratitude"- Joseph Priestly characterized by

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Rhyming tips for songwriters

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

Since "deceitful" 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 deceitful?
Words that rhyme with deceitful include: artful, fitful, fateful, fretful, hateful, hurtful, lustful, restful, tactful, wistful, and 33 more.
How many syllables does deceitful have?
Deceitful has 3 syllables.
How many words rhyme with deceitful?
There are 43 words that rhyme with deceitful: 43 perfect rhymes.
What is a good rhyme for deceitful in a song?
The strongest rhymes for deceitful in songwriting are artful, fitful, fateful. 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 deceitful?
Common, easy-to-use words that rhyme with deceitful include artful, fitful, fateful, fretful, hateful. These are grouped by syllable count: 0-syllable: artful, fitful; 1-syllable: fateful, hateful; 2-syllable: despiteful, uneventful. Matching syllable counts helps maintain consistent rhythm in your writing.

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