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87+ Words that rhyme with exceed

Exceed is a 2-syllable word with 87 perfect rhymes. The most popular rhymes are concede, cede, bleed. Two-syllable words give you rhythmic flexibility — they work as both end rhymes and internal rhymes within a line.

Definition of exceed

verb
  1. be greater in scope or size than some standard; "Their loyalty exceeds their national bonds"
  2. be superior or better than some standard; "She exceeded our expectations"; "She topped her performance of last year"
  3. be or do something to a greater degree; "her performance surpasses that of any other student I know"; "She outdoes all other athletes"; "This exceeds all my expectations"; "This car outperforms all others in its class"

1 syllable

2 syllables

Examples of "exceed" in lyrics

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

  • "A level that you can't exceed"
    Hieroglyphics — See Delight
  • "When the loop speed doesn't exceed 90"
    Illogic f/ Blueprint — Favorite Things
  • "I found, or thought I found, you did exceed"
    William Shakespeare — Sonnet LXXXIII

What do these rhymes mean?

accede
yield to another's wish or opinion; "The government bowed to the military pressure" take on duties or office
bead
a small ball with a hole through the middle a shape that is spherical and small
bleed
lose blood from one's body draw blood
cede
give over; surrender or relinquish to the physical control of another relinquish possession or control over
concede
admit (to a wrongdoing); "She confessed that she had taken the money" be willing to concede

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Rhyming tips for songwriters

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

Since "exceed" 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 exceed?
Words that rhyme with exceed include: concede, cede, bleed, accede, bead, breed, creed, agreed, recede, secede, and 77 more.
How many syllables does exceed have?
Exceed has 2 syllables.
How many words rhyme with exceed?
There are 87 words that rhyme with exceed: 87 perfect rhymes.
What is a good rhyme for exceed in a song?
The strongest rhymes for exceed in songwriting are concede, cede, bleed. 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 exceed?
Common, easy-to-use words that rhyme with exceed include concede, cede, bleed, accede, bead. These are grouped by syllable count: 0-syllable: cede, bleed; 1-syllable: concede, accede; 2-syllable: intercede, supersede. Matching syllable counts helps maintain consistent rhythm in your writing.

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