Words that rhyme with edgewise
Edgewise is a 3-syllable word with 44 perfect rhymes. The most popular rhymes are advise, allies, anticlockwise. This word appears in songs across our database, making it a versatile choice for songwriters and poets.
Definition of edgewise
- adverb
- with the edge forward or on, by, or toward the edge; "he sawed the board edgeways"; "held it edgewise"
- as if by an edge; barely; "I could not get a word in edgewise"
2 syllables
4 syllables
Examples of "edgewise" in lyrics
See how edgewise is used at the end of a line in songs:
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"If you get a word in edgewise"
Swollen Members — Switchblade
What do these rhymes mean?
- advise
- give advice to; "The teacher counsels troubled students
- allies
- the alliance of nations that fought the Axis in World War II and which (with subsequent additions) signed the charter
- anticlockwise
- in a direction opposite to the direction in which the hands of a clock move
- apprise
- inform (somebody) of something; "I advised him that the rent was due" make aware of
- arise
- come into existence; take on form or shape; "A new religious movement originated in that country
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Rhyming tips for songwriters
When using "edgewise" in your lyrics, consider mixing perfect rhymes with near rhymes (slant rhymes) for a more natural flow. Perfect rhymes like advise, allies, anticlockwise create a satisfying resolution, while slant rhymes add variety and keep listeners engaged.
Since "edgewise" 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.