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97+ Words that rhyme with decoy

Decoy is a 2-syllable word with 97 perfect rhymes. The most popular rhymes are coy, boy, joy. Two-syllable words give you rhythmic flexibility — they work as both end rhymes and internal rhymes within a line.

Definition of decoy

noun
  1. a beguiler who leads someone into danger (usually as part of a plot)
  2. something used to lure fish or other animals into danger so they can be trapped or killed
verb
  1. lure or entrap with or as if with a decoy

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Examples of "decoy" in lyrics

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

  • "But prepare for the verse, cuz this one is just a decoy"
    9th Prince f/ Beretta 9, Boy Jones — Double 09
  • "See that boy, Afro's my decoy"
    Ace & MoeRoc — Arch Nemesis
  • "Fool you ain't the one, you just a decoy"
    Born Allah

What do these rhymes mean?

boy
a youthful male person; "the baby was a boy"; "she made the boy brush his teeth every night
coy
affectedly modest or shy especially in a playful or provocative way showing marked and often playful or irritating
joy
the emotion of great happiness something or someone that provides a source of happiness; "a joy to behold
soy
a source of oil; used for forage and soil improvement and as food erect bushy hairy annual herb having trifoliate
toy
an artifact designed to be played with a nonfunctional replica of something else (frequently used as a modifier)

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Rhyming tips for songwriters

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

Since "decoy" 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 decoy?
Words that rhyme with decoy include: coy, boy, joy, soy, toy, ploy, troy, annoy, enjoy, deploy, and 87 more.
How many syllables does decoy have?
Decoy has 2 syllables.
How many words rhyme with decoy?
There are 97 words that rhyme with decoy: 97 perfect rhymes.
What is a good rhyme for decoy in a song?
The strongest rhymes for decoy in songwriting are coy, boy, joy. 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 decoy?
Common, easy-to-use words that rhyme with decoy include coy, boy, joy, soy, toy. These are grouped by syllable count: 0-syllable: coy, boy; 1-syllable: annoy, enjoy; 2-syllable: redeploy, illinois. Matching syllable counts helps maintain consistent rhythm in your writing.

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