148+ Words that rhyme with department

Department is a 3-syllable word with 148 perfect rhymes. The most popular rhymes are compartment, apartment, moment. Multi-syllable rhymes sound more sophisticated — they're a hallmark of skilled lyricists and create complex rhythmic patterns.

Definition of department

noun
  1. a specialized division of a large organization; "you'll find it in the hardware department"; "she got a job in the historical section of the Treasury"
  2. the territorial and administrative division of some countries (such as France)
  3. a specialized sphere of knowledge; "baking is not my department"; "his work established a new department of literature"

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Examples of "department" in lyrics

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

  • "License plate red 007, the glove department"
    9th Prince — Shut Your Mouth
  • "Wasn't nobody out there but me and the sheriff department"
    Afroman — Drive Better Drunk
  • "They don't shine like me son, A whole different department"
    Bolo Gah f/ Begga Ooh, Jim Kelly — Open Eyes

What do these rhymes mean?

apartment
a suite of rooms usually on one floor of an apartment house
compartment
a space into which an area is subdivided a partitioned section, chamber, or separate room within a larger enclosed area
moment
a particular point in time; "the moment he arrived the party began" an indefinitely short time; "wait just a moment
oddment
a piece of cloth that is left over after the rest has been used or sold something unusual -- perhaps worthy of
ointment
semisolid preparation (usually containing a medicine) applied externally as a remedy or for soothing an irritation

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Rhyming tips for songwriters

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

Since "department" 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 department?
Words that rhyme with department include: compartment, apartment, moment, oddment, ointment, shipment, vestment, statement, treatment, bombardment, and 138 more.
How many syllables does department have?
Department has 3 syllables.
How many words rhyme with department?
There are 148 words that rhyme with department: 148 perfect rhymes.
What is a good rhyme for department in a song?
The strongest rhymes for department in songwriting are compartment, apartment, moment. 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 department?
Common, easy-to-use words that rhyme with department include compartment, apartment, moment, oddment, ointment. These are grouped by syllable count: 0-syllable: dep; 1-syllable: moment, oddment; 2-syllable: compartment, apartment. Matching syllable counts helps maintain consistent rhythm in your writing.

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