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38+ Words that rhyme with fault

Fault is a 1-syllable word with 38 perfect rhymes. The most popular rhymes are assault, basalt, vault. Single-syllable words are the backbone of rap and poetry — they punch hard at line endings and pair easily with other one-syllable rhymes.

Definition of fault

noun
  1. a wrong action attributable to bad judgment or ignorance or inattention; "he made a bad mistake"; "she was quick to point out my errors"; "I could understand his English in spite of his grammatical faults"
  2. an imperfection in an object or machine; "a flaw caused the crystal to shatter"; "if there are any defects you should send it back to the manufacturer"
  3. the quality of being inadequate or falling short of perfection; "they discussed the merits and demerits of her novel"; "he knew his own faults much better than she did"

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Examples of "fault" in lyrics

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

  • "They all shiesty, hungry, that ain't my fault"
    1.4.0. Productions f/ Chapel, Livewire, Wise — Da Block is Hot
  • "No snitchin' and I took all the fault"
    2nd II None — Y?
  • "Oh it ain't my fault"
    504 Boyz f/ Krazy — Roll Roll

What do these rhymes mean?

assault
close fighting during the culmination of a military attack a threatened or attempted physical attack by someone who
basalt
the commonest type of solidified lava
default
loss due to not showing up; "he lost the game by default" act of failing to meet a financial obligation loss resulting
exalt
praise, glorify, or honor; "extol the virtues of one's children
vault
a burial chamber (usually underground) a strongroom or compartment (often made of steel) for safekeeping of valuables

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Rhyming tips for songwriters

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

Frequently asked questions

What rhymes with fault?
Words that rhyme with fault include: assault, basalt, vault, exalt, default, halt, malt, salt, alt, cobalt, and 28 more.
How many syllables does fault have?
Fault has 1 syllable.
How many words rhyme with fault?
There are 38 words that rhyme with fault: 38 perfect rhymes.
What is a good rhyme for fault in a song?
The strongest rhymes for fault in songwriting are assault, basalt, vault. 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 fault?
Common, easy-to-use words that rhyme with fault include assault, basalt, vault, exalt, default. These are grouped by syllable count: 0-syllable: vault, halt; 1-syllable: assault, basalt; 2-syllable: millivolt, somersault. Matching syllable counts helps maintain consistent rhythm in your writing.

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