22+ Words that rhyme with demerit

Demerit is a 3-syllable word with 22 perfect rhymes. The most popular rhymes are merit, carat, carrot. Multi-syllable rhymes sound more sophisticated — they're a hallmark of skilled lyricists and create complex rhythmic patterns.

Definition of demerit

noun
  1. a mark against a person for misconduct or failure; usually given in school or armed forces; "ten demerits and he loses his privileges"
  2. the quality of being inadequate or falling short of perfection; "they discussed the merits and demerits of her novel"; "he knew his own faults much better than she did"

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Examples of "demerit" in lyrics

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

  • "If it's wack, that's a demerit"
    Akbar — 5th Element

What do these rhymes mean?

carat
a unit of weight for precious stones = 200 mg the unit of measurement for the proportion of gold in an alloy
carrot
deep orange edible root of the cultivated carrot plant perennial plant widely cultivated as an annual in many varieties
ferret
musteline mammal of prairie regions of United States
merit
any admirable quality or attribute; "work of great merit" the quality of being deserving (e.g., deserving assistance)
parrot
usually brightly colored zygodactyl tropical birds with short hooked beaks and the ability to mimic sounds a copycat

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Rhyming tips for songwriters

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

Since "demerit" 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 demerit?
Words that rhyme with demerit include: merit, carat, carrot, ferret, parrot, inherit, karat, beret, garret, spirit, and 12 more.
How many syllables does demerit have?
Demerit has 3 syllables.
How many words rhyme with demerit?
There are 22 words that rhyme with demerit: 22 perfect rhymes.
What is a good rhyme for demerit in a song?
The strongest rhymes for demerit in songwriting are merit, carat, carrot. 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 demerit?
Common, easy-to-use words that rhyme with demerit include merit, carat, carrot, ferret, parrot. These are grouped by syllable count: 0-syllable: at; 1-syllable: merit, carat; 2-syllable: inherit, dispirit. Matching syllable counts helps maintain consistent rhythm in your writing.

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