Words that rhyme with desperation

Desperation is a 4-syllable word with 500 perfect rhymes. The most popular rhymes are syndication, abbreviation, abdication. This word appears in songs across our database, making it a versatile choice for songwriters and poets.

Definition of desperation

noun
  1. a state in which all hope is lost or absent; "in the depths of despair"; "they were rescued from despair at the last minute"; "courage born of desperation"
  2. desperate recklessness; "it was a policy of desperation"

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Examples of "desperation" in lyrics

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

  • "Someone wrote that most men live lives of quiet desperation"
    Atherton — Jacob's Ladder
  • "We livin' in desperation"
    Big Syke — Why?
  • "I awake everyday out of desperation"
    Burning Star f/ Black Eyed Peas — On My Own

What do these rhymes mean?

abbreviation
a shortened form of a word or phrase shortening something by omitting parts of it
abdication
a formal resignation and renunciation of powers the act of abdicating
aberration
a state or condition markedly different from the norm a disorder in one's mental state an optical phenomenon resulting
abjuration
a disavowal or taking back of a previous assertion
syndication
organizing into or administering as a syndicate selling (an article or cartoon) for publication in many magazines or

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Rhyming tips for songwriters

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

Since "desperation" has 4 syllables, try matching it with words of similar length for a balanced meter. Multi-syllable rhymes often sound more sophisticated than single-syllable pairs.

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