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38+ Words that rhyme with failure

Failure is a 2-syllable word with 38 perfect rhymes. The most popular rhymes are bar, car, far. Two-syllable words give you rhythmic flexibility — they work as both end rhymes and internal rhymes within a line.

Definition of failure

noun
  1. an act that fails; "his failure to pass the test"
  2. an event that does not accomplish its intended purpose; "the surprise party was a complete failure"
  3. lack of success; "he felt that his entire life had been a failure"; "that year there was a crop failure"

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Examples of "failure" in lyrics

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

  • "That the Klas 1'll set you up for the failure"
    4 Deep — Takin' No Bull
  • "And if I don't, I'll be a failure"
    69 Boyz — Survival of Da Fittest
  • "Got me y'all looks a failure"
    Above the Law f/ MC Ren — Killaz in the Park

What do these rhymes mean?

bar
a room or establishment where alcoholic drinks are served over a counter
car
a motor vehicle with four wheels; usually propelled by an internal combustion engine
far
to a considerable degree; very much; "a far far better thing that I do"; "felt far worse than yesterday
jar
a vessel (usually cylindrical) with a wide mouth and without handles the quantity contained in a jar
mar
the month following February and preceding April a mark or flaw that spoils the appearance of something (especially on

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Rhyming tips for songwriters

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

Since "failure" 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 failure?
Words that rhyme with failure include: bar, car, far, jar, mar, par, tar, char, scar, spar, and 28 more.
How many syllables does failure have?
Failure has 2 syllables.
How many words rhyme with failure?
There are 38 words that rhyme with failure: 38 perfect rhymes.
What is a good rhyme for failure in a song?
The strongest rhymes for failure in songwriting are bar, car, far. 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 failure?
Common, easy-to-use words that rhyme with failure include bar, car, far, jar, mar. These are grouped by syllable count: 0-syllable: bar, car; 1-syllable: bizarre, cigar; 2-syllable: cuadrilla, derailleur. Matching syllable counts helps maintain consistent rhythm in your writing.

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