240+ Words that rhyme with degenerate

Degenerate is a 4-syllable word with 240 perfect rhymes. The most popular rhymes are generate, venerate, regenerate. Multi-syllable rhymes sound more sophisticated — they're a hallmark of skilled lyricists and create complex rhythmic patterns.

Definition of degenerate

adjective
  1. unrestrained by convention or morality; "Congreve draws a debauched aristocratic society"; "deplorably dissipated and degraded"; "riotous living"; "fast women"
noun
  1. a person whose behavior deviates from what is acceptable especially in sexual behavior
verb
  1. grow worse; "Her condition deteriorated"; "Conditions in the slums degenerated"; "The discussion devolved into a shouting match"

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Examples of "degenerate" in lyrics

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  • "Behold Benefit, the old and degenerate"
    Benefit — Proceed With Caution
  • "He can't afford a lawyer and his public defender a degenerate"
    Cassidy f/ Dee Dean, Swizz Beatz, Waah — Real Talk
  • "Demanded, the day da county dazzlely degenerate"
    L-Fudge f/ Talib Kweli, Skam, Mike Zoot, Shabaam Sahdeeq — What If?

What do these rhymes mean?

berate
censure severely or angrily; "The mother scolded the child for entering a stranger's car
generate
bring into existence; "The new manager generated a lot of problems"; "The computer bug generated chaos in the office
pirate
someone who uses another person's words or ideas as if they were his own someone who robs at sea or plunders the land
regenerate
reformed spiritually or morally; "a regenerate sinner
venerate
regard with feelings of respect and reverence; consider hallowed or exalted or be in awe of; "Fear God as your father

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Rhyming tips for songwriters

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

Since "degenerate" has 4 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 degenerate?
Words that rhyme with degenerate include: generate, venerate, regenerate, berate, pirate, at, ate, arete, carat, karat, and 230 more.
How many syllables does degenerate have?
Degenerate has 4 syllables.
How many words rhyme with degenerate?
There are 240 words that rhyme with degenerate: 240 perfect rhymes.
What is a good rhyme for degenerate in a song?
The strongest rhymes for degenerate in songwriting are generate, venerate, regenerate. 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 degenerate?
Common, easy-to-use words that rhyme with degenerate include generate, venerate, regenerate, berate, pirate. These are grouped by syllable count: 0-syllable: at, ate; 1-syllable: berate, pirate; 2-syllable: generate, venerate. Matching syllable counts helps maintain consistent rhythm in your writing.

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