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59+ Words that rhyme with defraud

Defraud is a 2-syllable word with 59 perfect rhymes. The most popular rhymes are abroad, awed, maraud. Two-syllable words give you rhythmic flexibility — they work as both end rhymes and internal rhymes within a line.

Definition of defraud

verb
  1. deprive of by deceit; "He swindled me out of my inheritance"; "She defrauded the customers who trusted her"; "the cashier gypped me when he gave me too little change"

1 syllable

2 syllables

3 syllables

Examples of "defraud" in lyrics

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

  • "counterfeit intent to defraud"
    AOL — AOL

What do these rhymes mean?

abroad
to or in a foreign country; "they had never travelled abroad" far away from home or one's usual surroundings
awed
inspired by a feeling of fearful wonderment or reverence; "awed by the silence
bawd
a woman who engages in sexual intercourse for money
broad
having great (or a certain) extent from one side to the other; "wide roads"; "a wide necktie"; "wide margins
maraud
a sudden short attack raid and rove in search of booty; "marauding rebels overran the countryside"

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Rhyming tips for songwriters

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

Since "defraud" 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 defraud?
Words that rhyme with defraud include: abroad, awed, maraud, bawd, broad, clawed, applaud, baud, fraud, mod, and 49 more.
How many syllables does defraud have?
Defraud has 2 syllables.
How many words rhyme with defraud?
There are 59 words that rhyme with defraud: 59 perfect rhymes.
What is a good rhyme for defraud in a song?
The strongest rhymes for defraud in songwriting are abroad, awed, maraud. 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 defraud?
Common, easy-to-use words that rhyme with defraud include abroad, awed, maraud, bawd, broad. These are grouped by syllable count: 0-syllable: bawd, broad; 1-syllable: abroad, awed; 2-syllable: escalade, esplanade. Matching syllable counts helps maintain consistent rhythm in your writing.

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