121+ Words that rhyme with explosive

Explosive is a 3-syllable word with 121 perfect rhymes. The most popular rhymes are corrosive, erosive, plosive. Multi-syllable rhymes sound more sophisticated — they're a hallmark of skilled lyricists and create complex rhythmic patterns.

Definition of explosive

adjective
  1. serving to explode or characterized by explosion or sudden outburst; "an explosive device"; "explosive gas"; "explosive force"; "explosive violence"; "an explosive temper"
  2. liable to lead to sudden change or violence; "an explosive issue"; "a volatile situation with troops and rioters eager for a confrontation"
  3. sudden and loud; "an explosive laugh"

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Examples of "explosive" in lyrics

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  • "His objection composition to sit the shaped explosive"
    Anubis5 — Worshipping My Warship
  • "Call me the Tiger Woods of this, young and explosive"
    Lil' Bow Wow — The Dog in Me
  • "Shoot the plastic explosive"
    Camp Lo — Black Connect II

What do these rhymes mean?

abusive
expressing offensive reproach characterized by physical or psychological maltreatment; "abusive punishment
convulsive
affected by involuntary jerky muscular contractions; resembling a spasm; "convulsive motions
corrosive
of a substance, especially a strong acid; capable of destroying or eating away by chemical action spitefully sarcastic
erosive
wearing away by friction; "the erosive effects of waves on the shoreline" of a substance, especially a strong acid
plosive
a consonant produced by stopping the flow of air at some point and suddenly releasing it

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Rhyming tips for songwriters

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

Since "explosive" has 3 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 explosive?
Words that rhyme with explosive include: corrosive, erosive, plosive, convulsive, abusive, amusive, cursive, elusive, massive, missive, and 111 more.
How many syllables does explosive have?
Explosive has 3 syllables.
How many words rhyme with explosive?
There are 121 words that rhyme with explosive: 121 perfect rhymes.
What is a good rhyme for explosive in a song?
The strongest rhymes for explosive in songwriting are corrosive, erosive, plosive. 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 explosive?
Common, easy-to-use words that rhyme with explosive include corrosive, erosive, plosive, convulsive, abusive. These are grouped by syllable count: 0-syllable: plosive, cursive; 1-syllable: corrosive, erosive; 2-syllable: indecisive, hypotensive. Matching syllable counts helps maintain consistent rhythm in your writing.

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