Words that rhyme with excuse

Excuse is a 2-syllable word with 130 perfect rhymes. The most popular rhymes are abstruse, abuse, accuse. This word appears in songs across our database, making it a versatile choice for songwriters and poets.

Definition of excuse

noun
  1. a defense of some offensive behavior or some failure to keep a promise etc.; "he kept finding excuses to stay"; "every day he had a new alibi for not getting a job"; "his transparent self-justification was unacceptable"
  2. a note explaining an absence; "he had to get his mother to write an excuse for him"
  3. a poor example; "it was an apology for a meal"; "a poor excuse for an automobile"

Examples of "excuse" in lyrics

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

  • "So everybody in the house, no excuse"
    The 7A3 — Everybody Get Loose
  • "thinking foreign blacks are better, and Hip Hop's your excuse"
    Anacron — Yeah (Still Affiliated)
  • "His abuse, her child, his excuse"
    Arsonists f/ Lori Velez — His Hate, Her Love

What do these rhymes mean?

abstruse
difficult to penetrate; incomprehensible to one of ordinary understanding or knowledge
abuse
cruel or inhumane treatment; "the child showed signs of physical abuse" a rude expression intended to offend or hurt
accuse
bring an accusation against; level a charge against
adduce
advance evidence for
amuse
occupy in an agreeable, entertaining or pleasant fashion; "The play amused the ladies" make (somebody) laugh

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Rhyming tips for songwriters

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

Since "excuse" 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.

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