71+ Words that rhyme with defeat

Defeat is a 2-syllable word with 71 perfect rhymes. The most popular rhymes are beat, heat, retreat. Two-syllable words give you rhythmic flexibility — they work as both end rhymes and internal rhymes within a line.

Definition of defeat

noun
  1. an unsuccessful ending to a struggle or contest; "it was a narrow defeat"; "the army's only defeat"; "they suffered a convincing licking"
  2. the feeling that accompanies an experience of being thwarted in attaining your goals
verb
  1. win a victory over; "You must overcome all difficulties"; "defeat your enemies"; "He overcame his shyness"; "He overcame his infirmity"; "Her anger got the better of her and she blew up"

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Examples of "defeat" in lyrics

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

  • "Knowin' either side ever admits defeat"
    7L & Esoteric f/ Count Bass D, J-Live — Rules of Engagament
  • "I like bones chilled when I feet, I film your defeat"
    7L & Esoteric — Boxcutter Rap
  • "Yeah, face defeat"
    7L & Esoteric — Face Defeat

What do these rhymes mean?

beat
very tired; "was all in at the end of the day"; "so beat I could flop down and go to sleep anywhere
eat
take in solid food; "She was eating a banana"; "What did you eat for dinner last night?" eat a meal; take a meal
effete
marked by excessive self-indulgence and moral decay
heat
a form of energy that is transferred by a difference in temperature the presence of heat the sensation caused by heat
retreat
(military) withdrawal of troops to a more favorable position to escape the enemy's superior forces or after a defeat

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Rhyming tips for songwriters

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

Since "defeat" 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 defeat?
Words that rhyme with defeat include: beat, heat, retreat, effete, eat, seat, cheat, beet, bleat, cleat, and 61 more.
How many syllables does defeat have?
Defeat has 2 syllables.
How many words rhyme with defeat?
There are 71 words that rhyme with defeat: 71 perfect rhymes.
What is a good rhyme for defeat in a song?
The strongest rhymes for defeat in songwriting are beat, heat, retreat. 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 defeat?
Common, easy-to-use words that rhyme with defeat include beat, heat, retreat, effete, eat. These are grouped by syllable count: 0-syllable: beat, heat; 1-syllable: retreat, effete; 2-syllable: obsolete, incomplete. Matching syllable counts helps maintain consistent rhythm in your writing.

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