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111+ Words that rhyme with dilate

Dilate is a 2-syllable word with 111 perfect rhymes. The most popular rhymes are collate, elate, relate. Two-syllable words give you rhythmic flexibility — they work as both end rhymes and internal rhymes within a line.

Definition of dilate

verb
  1. become wider; "His pupils were dilated"
  2. add details, as to an account or idea; clarify the meaning of and discourse in a learned way, usually in writing; "She elaborated on the main ideas in her dissertation"

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Examples of "dilate" in lyrics

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

  • "You violate, my pupils dilate"
    The Beatnuts f/ Greg Nice — No Escapin' This (Alternate Vocal Version)
  • "Chop your head like a cake and fry your face until your eyeballs dilate"
    The Beatnuts f/ Nogoodus — Psycho Dwarf II
  • "Expand and dilate..."
    Dilated Peoples — Expanding Man

What do these rhymes mean?

ate
goddess of criminal rashness and its punishment
collate
compare critically; of texts to assemble in proper sequence; "collate the papers"
elate
fill with high spirits; fill with optimism; "Music can uplift your spirits"
relate
make a logical or causal connection; "I cannot connect these two pieces of evidence in my mind
translate
restate (words) from one language into another language

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Rhyming tips for songwriters

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

Since "dilate" 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 dilate?
Words that rhyme with dilate include: collate, elate, relate, translate, ate, late, bait, bate, date, abate, and 101 more.
How many syllables does dilate have?
Dilate has 2 syllables.
How many words rhyme with dilate?
There are 111 words that rhyme with dilate: 111 perfect rhymes.
What is a good rhyme for dilate in a song?
The strongest rhymes for dilate in songwriting are collate, elate, relate. 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 dilate?
Common, easy-to-use words that rhyme with dilate include collate, elate, relate, translate, ate. These are grouped by syllable count: 0-syllable: ate, late; 1-syllable: collate, elate; 2-syllable: conjugate, overrate. Matching syllable counts helps maintain consistent rhythm in your writing.

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