37+ Words that rhyme with defeats

Defeats is a 2-syllable word with 37 perfect rhymes. The most popular rhymes are beats, eats, seats. Two-syllable words give you rhythmic flexibility — they work as both end rhymes and internal rhymes within a line.

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Examples of "defeats" in lyrics

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

  • "Governments are sworn to speak the truth of born defeats"
    Hilltop Hoods — I Believe
  • "WEAKEST LINK's get killed over beats and defeats"
    Hush f/ Bizarre — Real T.V.
  • "Rest is tef', the Chef defeats"
    Masta Killa f/ Ghostface Killah, Raekwon — D.T.D. (Do the Dance)

What do these rhymes mean?

beats
a United States youth subculture of the 1950s; rejected possessions or regular work or traditional dress
cleats
shoes with leather or metal projections on the soles; "the football players all wore cleats"
eats
informal terms for a meal
receipts
the entire amount of income before any deductions are made
seats
an area that includes places where several people can sit; "there is seating for 40 students in this classroom"

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Rhyming tips for songwriters

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

Since "defeats" 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 defeats?
Words that rhyme with defeats include: beats, eats, seats, cleats, receipts, keats, beets, cheats, deceits, competes, and 27 more.
How many syllables does defeats have?
Defeats has 2 syllables.
How many words rhyme with defeats?
There are 37 words that rhyme with defeats: 37 perfect rhymes.
What is a good rhyme for defeats in a song?
The strongest rhymes for defeats in songwriting are beats, eats, seats. 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 defeats?
Common, easy-to-use words that rhyme with defeats include beats, eats, seats, cleats, receipts. These are grouped by syllable count: 0-syllable: beats, eats; 1-syllable: receipts, deceits; 2-syllable: competes, completes. Matching syllable counts helps maintain consistent rhythm in your writing.

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