736+ Words that rhyme with desperation

Desperation is a 4-syllable word with 500 perfect rhymes. The most popular rhymes are nation, aspiration, consideration. Multi-syllable rhymes sound more sophisticated — they're a hallmark of skilled lyricists and create complex rhythmic patterns.

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?

adoration
a feeling of profound love and admiration the act of admiring strongly the worship given to God alone
aspiration
a will to succeed a cherished desire; "his ambition is to own his own business" a manner of articulation involving an
consideration
the process of giving careful thought to something information that should be kept in mind when making a decision
expiration
a coming to an end of a contract period; "the expiry of his driver's license" euphemistic expressions for death
nation
a politically organized body of people under a single government; "the state has elected a new president

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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 nation, aspiration, consideration 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.

Frequently asked questions

What rhymes with desperation?
Words that rhyme with desperation include: nation, aspiration, consideration, expiration, adoration, aberration, admiration, alteration, castration, coloration, and 490 more.
How many syllables does desperation have?
Desperation has 4 syllables.
How many words rhyme with desperation?
There are 736 words that rhyme with desperation: 500 perfect rhymes.
What is a good rhyme for desperation in a song?
The strongest rhymes for desperation in songwriting are nation, aspiration, consideration. 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 desperation?
Common, easy-to-use words that rhyme with desperation include nation, aspiration, consideration, expiration, adoration. These are grouped by syllable count: 0-syllable: nation, creation; 1-syllable: castration, duration; 2-syllable: aspiration, expiration. Matching syllable counts helps maintain consistent rhythm in your writing.

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