Words that rhyme with exclaim
Exclaim is a 2-syllable word with 38 perfect rhymes. The most popular rhymes are acclaim, aflame, blame. This word appears in songs across our database, making it a versatile choice for songwriters and poets.
Definition of exclaim
- utter aloud; often with surprise, horror, or joy; "`I won!' he exclaimed"; "`Help!' she cried"; "`I'm here,' the mother shouted when she saw her child looking lost"
- state or announce; "`I am not a Communist,' he exclaimed"; "The King will proclaim an amnesty"
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Examples of "exclaim" in lyrics
See how exclaim is used at the end of a line in songs:
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"Against the thing he sought he would exclaim;"
William Shakespeare — A Lover's Complaint
What do these rhymes mean?
- acclaim
- enthusiastic approval; "the book met with modest acclaim"; "he acknowledged the plaudits of the crowd
- aflame
- keenly excited (especially sexually) or indicating excitement; "his face all ablaze with excitement"- Bram Stoker
- blame
- expletives used informally as intensifiers; "he's a blasted idiot"; "it's a blamed shame"; "a blame cold winter
- claim
- an assertion of a right (as to money or property)
- counterclaim
- a claim filed in opposition to another claim in a legal action set up a claim in opposition to a previous claim
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Rhyming tips for songwriters
When using "exclaim" in your lyrics, consider mixing perfect rhymes with near rhymes (slant rhymes) for a more natural flow. Perfect rhymes like acclaim, aflame, blame create a satisfying resolution, while slant rhymes add variety and keep listeners engaged.
Since "exclaim" 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.