7+ Words that rhyme with drifting
Drifting is a 2-syllable word with 7 perfect rhymes. The most popular rhymes are shifting, sifting, uplifting. This word appears in songs across our database, making it a versatile choice for songwriters and poets.
Definition of drifting
- adjective
- continually changing especially as from one abode or occupation to another; "a drifting double-dealer"; "the floating population"; "vagrant hippies of the sixties"
- noun
- aimless wandering from place to place
3 syllables
4 syllables
Examples of "drifting" in lyrics
See how drifting is used at the end of a line in songs:
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"to separate lullabies both of which had me drifting"
Aesop Rock — Spare a Match -
"cause I'm the man of ya dreams not drifting"
Calvin Crabtree — F the World -
"Layed back. Lost and lonely. Feeling Like I'm drifting"
Calvin Crabtree — Thinking
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Rhyming tips for songwriters
When using "drifting" in your lyrics, consider mixing perfect rhymes with near rhymes (slant rhymes) for a more natural flow. Perfect rhymes like shifting, sifting, uplifting create a satisfying resolution, while slant rhymes add variety and keep listeners engaged.
Since "drifting" 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.