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43+ Words that rhyme with duly

Duly is a 2-syllable word with 43 perfect rhymes. The most popular rhymes are cruelly, coolie, truly. Two-syllable words give you rhythmic flexibility — they work as both end rhymes and internal rhymes within a line.

Definition of duly

adverb
  1. at the proper time; "she was duly apprised of the raise"

1 syllable

2 syllables

3 syllables

4 syllables

Examples of "duly" in lyrics

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

  • "You'll see Regals, colorists, Foes, Treys and a big fat black Duly"
    Above the Law f/ MC Ren — Killaz in the Park
  • "edsel duly"
    AOL — AOL
  • "edsel o duly"
    AOL — AOL

What do these rhymes mean?

coolie
(ethnic slur) an offensive name for an unskilled Asian laborer
cruelly
excessively; "a cruelly bitter winter" with cruelty; "he treated his students cruelly"
truly
in accordance with truth or fact or reality; "she was now truly American"; "a genuinely open society
unduly
to an undue degree; "she was unduly pessimistic about her future"
unruly
noisy and lacking in restraint or discipline; "a boisterous crowd

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Rhyming tips for songwriters

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

Since "duly" 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 duly?
Words that rhyme with duly include: cruelly, coolie, truly, unduly, unruly, coolly, bernoulli, boule, lazuli, pebbly, and 33 more.
How many syllables does duly have?
Duly has 2 syllables.
How many words rhyme with duly?
There are 43 words that rhyme with duly: 43 perfect rhymes.
What is a good rhyme for duly in a song?
The strongest rhymes for duly in songwriting are cruelly, coolie, truly. 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 duly?
Common, easy-to-use words that rhyme with duly include cruelly, coolie, truly, unduly, unruly. These are grouped by syllable count: 0-syllable: coolie, stoolie; 1-syllable: cruelly, truly; 2-syllable: unduly, unruly. Matching syllable counts helps maintain consistent rhythm in your writing.

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