60+ Words that rhyme with deviance

Deviance is a 2-syllable word with 60 perfect rhymes. The most popular rhymes are excellence, absence, licence. Two-syllable words give you rhythmic flexibility — they work as both end rhymes and internal rhymes within a line.

Definition of deviance

noun
  1. a state or condition markedly different from the norm
  2. deviate behavior

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Examples of "deviance" in lyrics

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

  • "sociology define deviance"
    AOL — AOL
  • "major forms and theoretical causes of social deviance"
    AOL — AOL
  • "underprivileged deviance"
    AOL — AOL

What do these rhymes mean?

absence
the state of being absent; "he was surprised by the absence of any explanation" failure to be present the time interval
excellence
the quality of excelling; possessing good qualities in high degree an outstanding feature
licence
excessive freedom; lack of due restraint; "when liberty becomes license dictatorship is near"- Will Durant
license
a legal document giving official permission to do something freedom to deviate deliberately from normally applicable
silence
the state of being silent (as when no one is speaking); "there was a shocked silence

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Rhyming tips for songwriters

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

Since "deviance" 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.

Frequently asked questions

What rhymes with deviance?
Words that rhyme with deviance include: excellence, absence, licence, license, silence, valance, valence, parlance, patience, presence, and 50 more.
How many syllables does deviance have?
Deviance has 2 syllables.
How many words rhyme with deviance?
There are 60 words that rhyme with deviance: 60 perfect rhymes.
What is a good rhyme for deviance in a song?
The strongest rhymes for deviance in songwriting are excellence, absence, licence. 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 deviance?
Common, easy-to-use words that rhyme with deviance include excellence, absence, licence, license, silence. These are grouped by syllable count: 0-syllable: absence, licence; 1-syllable: excellence, diligence; 2-syllable: beneficence, benevolence. Matching syllable counts helps maintain consistent rhythm in your writing.

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