7+ Words that rhyme with dervish
Dervish is a 2-syllable word with 7 perfect rhymes. The most popular rhymes are knavish, lavish, peevish. This word appears in songs across our database, making it a versatile choice for songwriters and poets.
Definition of dervish
- noun
- an ascetic Muslim monk; a member of an order noted for devotional exercises involving bodily movements
Examples of "dervish" in lyrics
See how dervish is used at the end of a line in songs:
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"whirling dervish"
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What do these rhymes mean?
- knavish
- lavish
- very generous; "distributed gifts with a lavish hand"; "the critics were lavish in their praise"; "a munificent gift
- peevish
- easily irritated or annoyed; "an incorrigibly fractious young man"; "not the least nettlesome of his countrymen"
- ravish
- force (someone) to have sex against their will; "The woman was raped on her way home at night" hold spellbound
- slavish
- blindly imitative; "a slavish copy of the original" abjectly submissive; characteristic of a slave or servant
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Rhyming tips for songwriters
When using "dervish" in your lyrics, consider mixing perfect rhymes with near rhymes (slant rhymes) for a more natural flow. Perfect rhymes like knavish, lavish, peevish create a satisfying resolution, while slant rhymes add variety and keep listeners engaged.
Since "dervish" has 2 syllables, try matching it with words of similar length for a balanced meter. Multi-syllable rhymes often sound more sophisticated than single-syllable pairs.