Words that rhyme with defile
Defile is a 3-syllable word with 52 perfect rhymes. The most popular rhymes are aisle, awhile, beguile. This word appears in songs across our database, making it a versatile choice for songwriters and poets.
Definition of defile
- a narrow pass (especially one between mountains)
- place under suspicion or cast doubt upon; "sully someone's reputation"
- make dirty or spotty, as by exposure to air; also used metaphorically; "The silver was tarnished by the long exposure to the air"; "Her reputation was sullied after the affair with a married man"
2 syllables
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Examples of "defile" in lyrics
See how defile is used at the end of a line in songs:
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"Avenge defend what they intend to defile"
Elemental Zazen — Dying Planet -
"myself to defile"
Fatlip f/ Chali 2na — Today's Your Day (Wachugonedu) -
"nor one feeling of vengeance presume to defile"
AOL — AOL
What do these rhymes mean?
- aisle
- a long narrow passage (as in a cave or woods) passageway between seating areas as in an auditorium or passenger vehicle
- awhile
- for a short time; "sit down and stay awhile"; "they settled awhile in Virginia before moving West
- beguile
- influence by slyness attract; cause to be enamored; "She captured all the men's hearts"
- bibliophile
- someone who loves (and usually collects) books
- bile
- a digestive juice secreted by the liver and stored in the gallbladder; aids in the digestion of fats
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Rhyming tips for songwriters
When using "defile" in your lyrics, consider mixing perfect rhymes with near rhymes (slant rhymes) for a more natural flow. Perfect rhymes like aisle, awhile, beguile create a satisfying resolution, while slant rhymes add variety and keep listeners engaged.
Since "defile" 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.