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28+ Words that rhyme with defeated

Defeated is a 3-syllable word with 28 perfect rhymes. The most popular rhymes are heated, seated, treated. Multi-syllable rhymes sound more sophisticated — they're a hallmark of skilled lyricists and create complex rhythmic patterns.

Definition of defeated

adjective
  1. beaten or overcome; not victorious; "the defeated enemy"
  2. disappointingly unsuccessful; "disappointed expectations and thwarted ambitions"; "their foiled attempt to capture Calais"; "many frustrated poets end as pipe-smoking teachers"; "his best efforts were thwarted"
noun
  1. people who are defeated; "the Romans had no pity for the defeated"

2 syllables

4 syllables

Examples of "defeated" in lyrics

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

  • "If I quit, then the purpose is defeated"
    The 7A3 f/ Frank Stallone — Take You Back (Home Sweet Home)
  • "Stop playing Ap will never be defeated"
    Apathy f/ Celph Titled, Open Mic — Science of the Bumrush
  • "Cannot be defeated"
    Apathy — The Lesson - Freestyle

What do these rhymes mean?

completed
successfully completed or brought to an end; "his mission accomplished he took a vacation"; "the completed project
conceited
characteristic of false pride; having an exaggerated sense of self-importance; "a conceited fool
heated
made warm or hot (`het' is a dialectal variant of `heated'); "a heated swimming pool
seated
(of persons) having the torso erect and legs bent with the body supported on the buttocks; "the seated Madonna
treated
subjected to a physical (or chemical) treatment or action or agent

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Rhyming tips for songwriters

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

Since "defeated" 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 defeated?
Words that rhyme with defeated include: heated, seated, treated, conceited, completed, depleted, repeated, retreated, untreated, maltreated, and 18 more.
How many syllables does defeated have?
Defeated has 3 syllables.
How many words rhyme with defeated?
There are 28 words that rhyme with defeated: 28 perfect rhymes.
What is a good rhyme for defeated in a song?
The strongest rhymes for defeated in songwriting are heated, seated, treated. 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 defeated?
Common, easy-to-use words that rhyme with defeated include heated, seated, treated, conceited, completed. These are grouped by syllable count: 0-syllable: heated, seated; 1-syllable: conceited, completed; 2-syllable: undefeated, uncompleted. Matching syllable counts helps maintain consistent rhythm in your writing.

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