42+ Words that rhyme with dejected

Dejected is a 3-syllable word with 42 perfect rhymes. The most popular rhymes are rejected, perfected, projected. Multi-syllable rhymes sound more sophisticated — they're a hallmark of skilled lyricists and create complex rhythmic patterns.

Definition of dejected

adjective
  1. affected or marked by low spirits; "is dejected but trying to look cheerful"

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3 syllables

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Examples of "dejected" in lyrics

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  • "In puffy chested but then out dejected"
    Urthboy — Modern Day Folk

What do these rhymes mean?

affected
acted upon; influenced speaking or behaving in an artificial way to make an impression being excited or provoked to the
connected
being joined in close association; "affiliated clubs
perfected
(of plans, ideas, etc.) perfectly formed; "a graceful but not yet fully perfected literary style"
projected
extending out above or beyond a surface or boundary; "the jutting limb of a tree"; "massive projected buttresses
rejected
rebuffed (by a lover) without warning; "jilted at the altar"

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Rhyming tips for songwriters

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

Since "dejected" 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.

Frequently asked questions

What rhymes with dejected?
Words that rhyme with dejected include: rejected, perfected, projected, affected, connected, corrected, dissected, inflected, expected, elected, and 32 more.
How many syllables does dejected have?
Dejected has 3 syllables.
How many words rhyme with dejected?
There are 42 words that rhyme with dejected: 42 perfect rhymes.
What is a good rhyme for dejected in a song?
The strongest rhymes for dejected in songwriting are rejected, perfected, projected. 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 dejected?
Common, easy-to-use words that rhyme with dejected include rejected, perfected, projected, affected, connected. These are grouped by syllable count: 0-syllable: rejected, perfected; 1-syllable: unaffected, undetected; 2-syllable: interconnected. Matching syllable counts helps maintain consistent rhythm in your writing.

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