249+ Words that rhyme with dismay

Dismay is a 2-syllable word with 249 perfect rhymes. The most popular rhymes are away, allay, array. This word appears in songs across our database, making it a versatile choice for songwriters and poets.

Definition of dismay

noun
  1. the feeling of despair in the face of obstacles
  2. fear resulting from the awareness of danger
verb
  1. lower someone's spirits; make downhearted; "These news depressed her"; "The bad state of her child's health demoralizes her"

Examples of "dismay" in lyrics

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

  • "At the brink of dismay"
    (Bizzy Bone f/) Mr. Majesty — Mr. Majesty II
  • "Feels good today, all the hood's dismay"
    CunninLynguists f/ Chizuko Yoshihiro — The Park (Fresh Air)
  • "I looked again but to my dismay"
    DC Talk — Luv Is A Verb

What do these rhymes mean?

allay
lessen the intensity of or calm; "The news eased my conscience"; "still the fears" satisfy (thirst)
array
an orderly arrangement; "an array of troops in battle order" an impressive display
assay
an appraisal of the state of affairs; "they made an assay of the contents
astray
away from the right path or direction; "he was led astray" far from the intended target
away
from a particular thing or place or position (`forth' is obsolete); "ran away from the lion

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Rhyming tips for songwriters

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

Since "dismay" 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 dismay?
Words that rhyme with dismay include: away, allay, array, assay, astray, aweigh, ballet, bay, belay, beret, and 239 more.
How many syllables does dismay have?
Dismay has 2 syllables.
How many words rhyme with dismay?
There are 249 words that rhyme with dismay: 249 perfect rhymes.

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