59+ Words that rhyme with diagonal

Diagonal is a 3-syllable word with 59 perfect rhymes. The most popular rhymes are hexagonal, octagonal, annul. Multi-syllable rhymes sound more sophisticated — they're a hallmark of skilled lyricists and create complex rhythmic patterns.

Definition of diagonal

adjective
  1. connecting two nonadjacent corners of a plane figure or any two corners of a solid that are not in the same face; "a diagonal line across the page"
  2. having an oblique or slanted direction
noun
  1. (geometry) a straight line connecting any two vertices of a polygon that are not adjacent

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Examples of "diagonal" in lyrics

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

  • "tryin to go straight, instead I go diagonal"
    Akinyele — In the World
  • "Damage em, horizontally plus diagonal"
    Gravediggaz — Unexplained
  • "Diagonal"
    Push Button Objects — 360 Degrees

What do these rhymes mean?

annul
declare invalid; "The contract was annulled"; "void a plea" cancel officially; "He revoked the ban on smoking
hexagonal
having six sides or divided into hexagons
octagonal
of or relating to or shaped like an octagon
ordinal
of or relating to a taxonomic order; "family and ordinal names of animals and plants" being or denoting a numerical
retinal
in or relating to the retina of the eye

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Rhyming tips for songwriters

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

Since "diagonal" 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 diagonal?
Words that rhyme with diagonal include: hexagonal, octagonal, annul, ordinal, retinal, personal, sentinel, archidiaconal, binominal, arsenal, and 49 more.
How many syllables does diagonal have?
Diagonal has 3 syllables.
How many words rhyme with diagonal?
There are 59 words that rhyme with diagonal: 59 perfect rhymes.
What is a good rhyme for diagonal in a song?
The strongest rhymes for diagonal in songwriting are hexagonal, octagonal, annul. 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 diagonal?
Common, easy-to-use words that rhyme with diagonal include hexagonal, octagonal, annul, ordinal, retinal. These are grouped by syllable count: 0-syllable: annul, lionel; 1-syllable: ordinal, retinal; 2-syllable: hexagonal, octagonal. Matching syllable counts helps maintain consistent rhythm in your writing.

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