42+ Words that rhyme with dote

Dote is a 1-syllable word with 42 perfect rhymes. The most popular rhymes are oat, note, stoat. Single-syllable words are the backbone of rap and poetry — they punch hard at line endings and pair easily with other one-syllable rhymes.

Definition of dote

verb
  1. be foolish or senile due to old age
  2. shower with love; show excessive affection for; "Grandmother dotes on her the twins"

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Examples of "dote" in lyrics

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

  • "Who in despite of view is pleased to dote;"
    William Shakespeare — Sonnet CXLI
  • "If that be fair whereon my false eyes dote,"
    William Shakespeare — Sonnet CXLVIII
  • "Whose rarest havings made the blossoms dote;"
    William Shakespeare — A Lover's Complaint

What do these rhymes mean?

afloat
aimlessly drifting borne on the water; floating covered with water; "the main deck was afloat (or awash)
bloat
swelling of the rumen or intestinal tract of domestic animals caused by excessive gas become bloated or swollen or puff
note
a brief written record; "he made a note of the appointment" a short personal letter
oat
annual grass of Europe and North Africa
stoat
the ermine in its brown summer coat with black-tipped tail

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Rhyming tips for songwriters

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

Frequently asked questions

What rhymes with dote?
Words that rhyme with dote include: oat, note, stoat, bloat, afloat, connote, boat, coat, cote, capote, and 32 more.
How many syllables does dote have?
Dote has 1 syllable.
How many words rhyme with dote?
There are 42 words that rhyme with dote: 42 perfect rhymes.
What is a good rhyme for dote in a song?
The strongest rhymes for dote in songwriting are oat, note, stoat. 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 dote?
Common, easy-to-use words that rhyme with dote include oat, note, stoat, bloat, afloat. These are grouped by syllable count: 0-syllable: oat, note; 1-syllable: afloat, connote; 2-syllable: underwrote. Matching syllable counts helps maintain consistent rhythm in your writing.

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