130+ Words that rhyme with excuse

Excuse is a 2-syllable word with 130 perfect rhymes. The most popular rhymes are abuse, amuse, use. Two-syllable words give you rhythmic flexibility — they work as both end rhymes and internal rhymes within a line.

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"

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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?

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
amuse
occupy in an agreeable, entertaining or pleasant fashion; "The play amused the ladies" make (somebody) laugh
bemuse
cause to be confused emotionally
use
the act of using; "he warned against the use of narcotic drugs

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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 abuse, amuse, use 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.

Frequently asked questions

What rhymes with excuse?
Words that rhyme with excuse include: abuse, amuse, use, accuse, bemuse, confuse, disuse, diffuse, disabuse, bruce, and 120 more.
How many syllables does excuse have?
Excuse has 2 syllables.
How many words rhyme with excuse?
There are 130 words that rhyme with excuse: 130 perfect rhymes.
What is a good rhyme for excuse in a song?
The strongest rhymes for excuse in songwriting are abuse, amuse, use. 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 excuse?
Common, easy-to-use words that rhyme with excuse include abuse, amuse, use, accuse, bemuse. These are grouped by syllable count: 0-syllable: use, bruce; 1-syllable: abuse, amuse; 2-syllable: disabuse, overuse. Matching syllable counts helps maintain consistent rhythm in your writing.

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