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23+ Words that rhyme with evil

Evil is a 2-syllable word with 23 perfect rhymes. The most popular rhymes are bedevil, dishevel, bevel. Two-syllable words give you rhythmic flexibility — they work as both end rhymes and internal rhymes within a line.

Definition of evil

adjective
  1. morally bad or wrong; "evil purposes"; "an evil influence"; "evil deeds"
  2. having the nature of vice
  3. having or exerting a malignant influence; "malevolent stars"; "a malefic force"

2 syllables

3 syllables

4 syllables

Examples of "evil" in lyrics

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

  • "My girl called off cause my attitude is evil"
    4 Deep — Can't Turn Back
  • "But they didn't give a damn cause the game had 'em evil"
    4 Deep — Real
  • "I will fear no evil"
    69 Boyz — One God, One Judge

What do these rhymes mean?

bedevil
treat cruelly; "The children tormented the stuttering teacher" be confusing or perplexing to
bevel
two surfaces meeting at an angle different from 90 degrees a hand tool consisting of two rules that are hinged together
devil
(Judeo-Christian and Islamic religions) chief spirit of evil and adversary of God; tempter of mankind
dishevel
disarrange or rumple; dishevel; "The strong wind tousled my hair"
level
having a surface without slope, tilt in which no part is higher or lower than another; "a flat desk

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Rhyming tips for songwriters

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

Since "evil" 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 evil?
Words that rhyme with evil include: bedevil, dishevel, bevel, devil, level, revel, medieval, primeval, upheaval, retrieval, and 13 more.
How many syllables does evil have?
Evil has 2 syllables.
How many words rhyme with evil?
There are 23 words that rhyme with evil: 23 perfect rhymes.
What is a good rhyme for evil in a song?
The strongest rhymes for evil in songwriting are bedevil, dishevel, bevel. 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 evil?
Common, easy-to-use words that rhyme with evil include bedevil, dishevel, bevel, devil, level. These are grouped by syllable count: 0-syllable: bevel, devil; 1-syllable: bedevil, dishevel; 2-syllable: daredevil, multilevel. Matching syllable counts helps maintain consistent rhythm in your writing.

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