69+ Words that rhyme with detention

Detention is a 3-syllable word with 69 perfect rhymes. The most popular rhymes are mention, attention, tension. Multi-syllable rhymes sound more sophisticated — they're a hallmark of skilled lyricists and create complex rhythmic patterns.

Definition of detention

noun
  1. a state of being confined (usually for a short time); "his detention was politically motivated"; "the prisoner is on hold"; "he is in the custody of police"
  2. a punishment in which a student must stay at school after others have gone home; "the detention of tardy pupils"

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Examples of "detention" in lyrics

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

  • "Smoking cigarettes skipping class catching detention"
    Alchemist f/ Twin — Different Worlds
  • "... or get sent to detention"
    Apache — Do Fa Self
  • "A bad muthafucka, stayed in detention"
    Beretta 9 f/ Hell Razah, Lord Superb — Showdown

What do these rhymes mean?

attention
the process whereby a person concentrates on some features of the environment to the (relative) exclusion of others the
mention
a remark that calls attention to something or someone; "she made frequent mention of her promotion
pension
a regular payment to a person that is intended to allow them to subsist without working grant a pension to
suspension
a mixture in which fine particles are suspended in a fluid where they are supported by buoyancy a time interval during
tension
(psychology) a state of mental or emotional strain or suspense; "he suffered from fatigue and emotional tension

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Rhyming tips for songwriters

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

Since "detention" 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 detention?
Words that rhyme with detention include: mention, attention, tension, suspension, pension, ascension, contention, convention, extension, invention, and 59 more.
How many syllables does detention have?
Detention has 3 syllables.
How many words rhyme with detention?
There are 69 words that rhyme with detention: 69 perfect rhymes.
What is a good rhyme for detention in a song?
The strongest rhymes for detention in songwriting are mention, attention, tension. 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 detention?
Common, easy-to-use words that rhyme with detention include mention, attention, tension, suspension, pension. These are grouped by syllable count: 0-syllable: mention, tension; 1-syllable: attention, suspension; 2-syllable: apprehension, comprehension. Matching syllable counts helps maintain consistent rhythm in your writing.

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