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15+ Words that rhyme with exempt

Exempt is a 2-syllable word with 15 perfect rhymes. The most popular rhymes are attempt, contempt, tempt. Two-syllable words give you rhythmic flexibility — they work as both end rhymes and internal rhymes within a line.

Definition of exempt

adjective
  1. (of persons) freed from or not subject to an obligation or liability (as e.g. taxes) to which others or other things are subject; "a beauty somehow exempt from the aging process"; "exempt from jury duty"; "only the very poorest citizens should be exempt from income taxes"
  2. (of goods or funds) not subject to taxation; "the funds of nonprofit organizations are nontaxable"; "income exempt from taxation"
verb
  1. grant relief or an exemption from a rule or requirement to; "She exempted me from the exam"

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Examples of "exempt" in lyrics

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

  • "Get off the wall, don't stall, ain't nobody exempt"
    Antoinette — Hit 'Em With This
  • "When it's time to go nobody is prefered or exempt"
    Chief Kamachi — Death Choir
  • "And I'm trying to convince you that no one's exempt"
    Da T.R.U.T.H. — Legacy

What do these rhymes mean?

attempt
earnest and conscientious activity intended to do or accomplish something
contempt
lack of respect accompanied by a feeling of intense dislike; "he was held in contempt
kempt
(of hair) neat and tidy; "a nicely kempt beard"
tempt
dispose or incline or entice to; "We were tempted by the delicious-looking food" provoke someone to do something
unkempt
not neatly combed; "wild unkempt hair" not properly maintained or cared for; "an unkempt garden

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Rhyming tips for songwriters

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

Since "exempt" 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 exempt?
Words that rhyme with exempt include: attempt, contempt, tempt, kempt, unkempt, klimt, prompt, dreamed, preempt, undreamt, and 5 more.
How many syllables does exempt have?
Exempt has 2 syllables.
How many words rhyme with exempt?
There are 15 words that rhyme with exempt: 15 perfect rhymes.
What is a good rhyme for exempt in a song?
The strongest rhymes for exempt in songwriting are attempt, contempt, tempt. 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 exempt?
Common, easy-to-use words that rhyme with exempt include attempt, contempt, tempt, kempt, unkempt. These are grouped by syllable count: 0-syllable: tempt, kempt; 1-syllable: attempt, contempt; 2-syllable: undamped, unstamped. Matching syllable counts helps maintain consistent rhythm in your writing.

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