73+ Words that rhyme with discourage

Discourage is a 3-syllable word with 73 perfect rhymes. The most popular rhymes are courage, encourage, borage. Multi-syllable rhymes sound more sophisticated — they're a hallmark of skilled lyricists and create complex rhythmic patterns.

Definition of discourage

verb
  1. try to prevent; show opposition to; "We should discourage this practice among our youth"
  2. deprive of courage or hope; take away hope from; cause to feel discouraged
  3. admonish or counsel in terms of someone's behavior; "I warned him not to go too far"; "I warn you against false assumptions"; "She warned him to be quiet"

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Examples of "discourage" in lyrics

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

  • "But I can't let that discourage"
    Evil Ed f/ Jehst — Alien

What do these rhymes mean?

borage
hairy blue-flowered European annual herb long used in herbal medicine and eaten raw as salad greens or cooked like
courage
a quality of spirit that enables you to face danger or pain without showing fear
encourage
contribute to the progress or growth of; "I am promoting the use of computers in the classroom" inspire with confidence
forage
bulky food like grass or hay for browsing or grazing horses or cattle the act of searching for food and provisions
moorage
a fee for mooring a place where a craft can be made fast the act of securing an arriving vessel with ropes

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Rhyming tips for songwriters

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

Since "discourage" 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 discourage?
Words that rhyme with discourage include: courage, encourage, borage, forage, moorage, peerage, storage, carriage, marriage, porridge, and 63 more.
How many syllables does discourage have?
Discourage has 3 syllables.
How many words rhyme with discourage?
There are 73 words that rhyme with discourage: 73 perfect rhymes.
What is a good rhyme for discourage in a song?
The strongest rhymes for discourage in songwriting are courage, encourage, borage. 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 discourage?
Common, easy-to-use words that rhyme with discourage include courage, encourage, borage, forage, moorage. These are grouped by syllable count: 0-syllable: voyage; 1-syllable: courage, borage; 2-syllable: encourage, average. Matching syllable counts helps maintain consistent rhythm in your writing.

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