73+ Words that rhyme with defensively
Defensively is a 5-syllable word with 73 perfect rhymes. The most popular rhymes are abusively, aggressively, apprehensively. This word appears in songs across our database, making it a versatile choice for songwriters and poets.
Definition of defensively
- adverb
- in an apologetic and defensive manner; "`I felt it better you should know,' said Sir Cedric defensively"
- in a defensive manner; "the general conviction that our side is in the right and acting defensively over what Russians call the German question and Americans the Berlin crisis"
4 syllables
5 syllables
- abusively
- aggressively
- compulsively
- conclusively
- convulsively
- decisively
- delusively
- derisively
- discursively
- effusively
- evasively
- excessively
- exclusively
- exhaustively
- expansively
- expensively
- explosively
- expressively
- extensively
- impassively
- impressively
- impulsively
- incisively
- intensively
- obsessively
- obtrusively
- offensively
- oppressively
- permissively
- persuasively
- pervasively
- possessively
- progressively
- submissively
- successively
- suggestively
- abrasively
- adhesively
- allusively
- cohesively
- collusively
- corrosively
- diffusively
- digestively
- digressively
- divisively
- elusively
- excursively
- illusively
- inclusively
- intrusively
- purposively
- recessively
- recursively
- reflexively
- regressively
- repressively
- responsively
- subversively
Examples of "defensively" in lyrics
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"When you look at it defensively"
Psycho Realm — Street Terrorism
What do these rhymes mean?
- abusively
- in an abusive manner; "he behaved abusively toward his children"
- aggressively
- in an aggressive manner; "she was being sharply questioned"
- apprehensively
- with anxiety or apprehension; "we watched anxiously"
- comprehensively
- in an all-inclusive manner
- compulsively
- in a compulsive manner; "he cleaned his shoes compulsively after every walk"
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Rhyming tips for songwriters
When using "defensively" in your lyrics, consider mixing perfect rhymes with near rhymes (slant rhymes) for a more natural flow. Perfect rhymes like abusively, aggressively, apprehensively create a satisfying resolution, while slant rhymes add variety and keep listeners engaged.
Since "defensively" has 5 syllables, try matching it with words of similar length for a balanced meter. Multi-syllable rhymes often sound more sophisticated than single-syllable pairs.