Words that rhyme with fugitive

Fugitive is a 3-syllable word with 31 perfect rhymes. The most popular rhymes are alive, arrive, chive. This word appears in songs across our database, making it a versatile choice for songwriters and poets.

Definition of fugitive

adjective
  1. lasting for a markedly brief time; "a fleeting glance"; "fugitive hours"; "rapid momentaneous association of things that meet and pass"; "a momentary glimpse"
noun
  1. someone who flees from an uncongenial situation; "fugitives from the sweatshops"
  2. someone who is sought by law officers; someone trying to elude justice

Examples of "fugitive" in lyrics

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

  • "Now ever since that day I'm hunted as a fugitive"
    4 Deep — Doin' Bad - Goin' Bad
  • "So its only right you meet the fugitive"
    DJ Drama f/ Lil Wayne, Shanell, Lil Twist & Tyga — My Weezy
  • "Stick and move quick, on the run like a fugitive"
    Infinite — Addicted

What do these rhymes mean?

alive
possessing life; "the happiest person alive"; "the nerve is alive"; "doctors are working hard to keep him alive
arrive
reach a destination; arrive by movement or progress; "She arrived home at 7 o'clock
chive
perennial having hollow cylindrical leaves used for seasoning
connive
encourage or assent to illegally or criminally form intrigues (for) in an underhand manner
contrive
make or work out a plan for; devise; "They contrived to murder their boss"; "design a new sales strategy

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Rhyming tips for songwriters

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

Since "fugitive" 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.

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