47+ Words that rhyme with dorothy

Dorothy is a 3-syllable word with 47 perfect rhymes. The most popular rhymes are swarthy, d, de. Multi-syllable rhymes sound more sophisticated — they're a hallmark of skilled lyricists and create complex rhythmic patterns.

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Examples of "dorothy" in lyrics

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

  • "I will always be Cory, youngest child of Dorothy"
    Cormega — Introspective
  • "Down the road like Toto, the Scarecrow, and Dorothy"
    The Cross Movement — Cypha Time
  • "Hold me forever tight Dorothy"
    Dark Lotus — Doornail Dorothy

What do these rhymes mean?

airworthy
(of aircraft) fit to fly
d
denoting a quantity consisting of 500 items or units a fat-soluble vitamin that prevents rickets the cardinal number
de
a Mid-Atlantic state; one of the original 13 colonies
dea
federal agency responsible for enforcing laws and regulations governing narcotics and controlled substances
swarthy
naturally having skin of a dark color; "a dark-skinned beauty"; "gold earrings gleamed against her dusky cheeks

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Rhyming tips for songwriters

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

Since "dorothy" 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 dorothy?
Words that rhyme with dorothy include: swarthy, d, de, dea, airworthy, blameworthy, withy, apathy, filthy, smithy, and 37 more.
How many syllables does dorothy have?
Dorothy has 3 syllables.
How many words rhyme with dorothy?
There are 47 words that rhyme with dorothy: 47 perfect rhymes.
What is a good rhyme for dorothy in a song?
The strongest rhymes for dorothy in songwriting are swarthy, d, de. 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 dorothy?
Common, easy-to-use words that rhyme with dorothy include swarthy, d, de, dea, airworthy. These are grouped by syllable count: 0-syllable: d, de; 1-syllable: swarthy, withy; 2-syllable: airworthy, apathy. Matching syllable counts helps maintain consistent rhythm in your writing.

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