Words that rhyme with detection
Detection is a 3-syllable word with 70 perfect rhymes. The most popular rhymes are abjection, advection, affection. This word appears in songs across our database, making it a versatile choice for songwriters and poets.
Definition of detection
- the perception that something has occurred or some state exists; "early detection can often lead to a cure"
- the act of detecting something; catching sight of something
- the detection that a signal is being received
3 syllables
- abjection
- advection
- affection
- bisection
- collection
- complexion
- confection
- connection
- convection
- correction
- defection
- deflection
- dejection
- direction
- dissection
- ejection
- election
- erection
- infection
- inflection
- injection
- inspection
- midsection
- objection
- perfection
- projection
- protection
- refection
- reflection
- rejection
- resection
- selection
- subjection
- subsection
- reelection
- bolection
- evection
- trisection
- transection
- reinfection
4 syllables
- circumspection
- disaffection
- disconnection
- disinfection
- imperfection
- indirection
- insurrection
- intellection
- interjection
- intersection
- introspection
- misdirection
- predilection
- recollection
- resurrection
- retrospection
- vivisection
- introjection
- retroflexion
- venesection
- reconnection
- redirection
- reselection
- re-election
5 syllables
Examples of "detection" in lyrics
See how detection is used at the end of a line in songs:
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"plate will get the nickel plate with no great detection"
Elzhi — Detroit State of Mind (Remix) -
"And quick wit, fully equipped, mental lie detection"
Jeru the Damaja f/ Lil Dap, Miz Marvel -
"I'm a verbal sniper ripe beyond detection"
Linguistics — How Many
What do these rhymes mean?
- abjection
- a low or downcast state; "each confession brought her into an attitude of abasement"- H.L.Menchken
- advection
- (meteorology) the horizontal transfer of heat or other atmospheric properties
- affection
- a positive feeling of liking; "he had trouble expressing the affection he felt"; "the child won everyone's heart
- bisection
- dividing into two equal parts
- circumspection
- knowing how to avoid embarrassment or distress
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Rhyming tips for songwriters
When using "detection" in your lyrics, consider mixing perfect rhymes with near rhymes (slant rhymes) for a more natural flow. Perfect rhymes like abjection, advection, affection create a satisfying resolution, while slant rhymes add variety and keep listeners engaged.
Since "detection" 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.