146+ Words that rhyme with fortuitous

Fortuitous is a 3-syllable word with 146 perfect rhymes. The most popular rhymes are circuitous, gratuitous, cetus. Multi-syllable rhymes sound more sophisticated — they're a hallmark of skilled lyricists and create complex rhythmic patterns.

Definition of fortuitous

adjective
  1. having no cause or apparent cause; "a causeless miracle"; "fortuitous encounters--strange accidents of fortune"; "we cannot regard artistic invention as...uncaused and unrelated to the times"
  2. occurring by happy chance; "profits were enhanced by a fortuitous drop in the cost of raw materials"

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What do these rhymes mean?

cetus
a large constellation on the equator near Pisces and Aquarius
circuitous
marked by obliqueness or indirection in speech or conduct; "the explanation was circuitous and puzzling
gratuitous
without cause; "a gratuitous insult" costing nothing; "complimentary tickets
ictus
a sudden occurrence (or recurrence) of a disease; "he suffered an epileptic seizure"
lotus
native to eastern Asia; widely cultivated for its large pink or white flowers annual or perennial herbs or subshrubs

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Rhyming tips for songwriters

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

Since "fortuitous" 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 fortuitous?
Words that rhyme with fortuitous include: circuitous, gratuitous, cetus, ictus, lotus, titus, vitus, brutus, cactus, coitus, and 136 more.
How many syllables does fortuitous have?
Fortuitous has 3 syllables.
How many words rhyme with fortuitous?
There are 146 words that rhyme with fortuitous: 146 perfect rhymes.
What is a good rhyme for fortuitous in a song?
The strongest rhymes for fortuitous in songwriting are circuitous, gratuitous, cetus. 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 fortuitous?
Common, easy-to-use words that rhyme with fortuitous include circuitous, gratuitous, cetus, ictus, lotus. These are grouped by syllable count: 0-syllable: cetus, ictus; 1-syllable: circuitous, gratuitous; 2-syllable: emeritus, ovaritis. Matching syllable counts helps maintain consistent rhythm in your writing.

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