69+ Words that rhyme with folly
Folly is a 2-syllable word with 69 perfect rhymes. The most popular rhymes are loblolly, lolly, squally. This word appears in songs across our database, making it a versatile choice for songwriters and poets.
Definition of folly
- noun
- the trait of acting stupidly or rashly
- a stupid mistake
- the quality of being rash and foolish; "trying to drive through a blizzard is the height of folly"; "adjusting to an insane society is total foolishness"
2 syllables
3 syllables
Examples of "folly" in lyrics
See how folly is used at the end of a line in songs:
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"hot tamale oh golly I'm wicked with the folly"
Artifacts — Heavy Ammunition -
"Playing me for jolly, that's a dead man's folly"
Binary Star — Slang Blade -
"But Fe ain't no buster, Mark Folly"
Fesu — Blind-Cripple & Crazy
What do these rhymes mean?
- bali
- an island in Indonesia to the east of Java; striking volcanic scenery
- loblolly
- thick gruel
- lolly
- informal terms for money ice cream or water ice on a small wooden stick; "in England a popsicle is called an ice lolly"
- squally
- characterized by short periods of noisy commotion
- volley
- rapid simultaneous discharge of firearms
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Rhyming tips for songwriters
When using "folly" in your lyrics, consider mixing perfect rhymes with near rhymes (slant rhymes) for a more natural flow. Perfect rhymes like loblolly, lolly, squally create a satisfying resolution, while slant rhymes add variety and keep listeners engaged.
Since "folly" 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.