37+ Words that rhyme with derelict

Derelict is a 3-syllable word with 37 perfect rhymes. The most popular rhymes are benedict, licked, slicked. Multi-syllable rhymes sound more sophisticated — they're a hallmark of skilled lyricists and create complex rhythmic patterns.

Definition of derelict

adjective
  1. worn and broken down by hard use; "a creaky shack"; "a decrepit bus...its seats held together with friction tape"; "a flea-bitten sofa"; "a run-down neighborhood"; "a woebegone old shack"
  2. forsaken by owner or inhabitants ; "weed-grown yard of an abandoned farmhouse"
  3. failing in what duty requires; "derelict (or delinquent) in his duty"; "neglectful of his duties"; "remiss of you not to pay your bills"

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Examples of "derelict" in lyrics

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

  • "On the racks but my label is Derelict"
    3rd Bass — Derelicts of Dialect
  • "My ultrasonic logic is uncommon derelict"
    Bronze Nazareth f/ Kevlaar 7 — Poisonous Saliva
  • "You can't mess with Eric the Derelict"
    The High & Mighty — The Half

What do these rhymes mean?

addict
someone who is so ardently devoted to something that it resembles an addiction; "a golf addict"; "a car nut
afflict
cause great unhappiness for; distress
benedict
United States anthropologist (1887-1948) Italian monk who founded the Benedictine order about 540 (480-547) a newly
licked
having been got the better of; "I'm pretty beat up but I don't feel licked yet"
slicked
(of hair) made smooth by applying a sticky or glossy substance; "black hair plastered with pomade"

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Rhyming tips for songwriters

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

Since "derelict" 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 derelict?
Words that rhyme with derelict include: benedict, licked, slicked, addict, afflict, convict, conflict, constrict, edict, evict, and 27 more.
How many syllables does derelict have?
Derelict has 3 syllables.
How many words rhyme with derelict?
There are 37 words that rhyme with derelict: 37 perfect rhymes.
What is a good rhyme for derelict in a song?
The strongest rhymes for derelict in songwriting are benedict, licked, slicked. 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 derelict?
Common, easy-to-use words that rhyme with derelict include benedict, licked, slicked, addict, afflict. These are grouped by syllable count: 0-syllable: strict, peak; 1-syllable: licked, slicked; 2-syllable: benedict, contradict. Matching syllable counts helps maintain consistent rhythm in your writing.

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