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678+ Words that rhyme with gestation

Gestation is a 3-syllable word with 500 perfect rhymes. The most popular rhymes are crustacean, devastation, infestation. Multi-syllable rhymes sound more sophisticated — they're a hallmark of skilled lyricists and create complex rhythmic patterns.

Definition of gestation

noun
  1. the period during which an embryo develops (about 266 days in humans)
  2. the state of being pregnant; the period from conception to birth when a woman carries a developing fetus in her uterus
  3. the conception and development of an idea or plan

2 syllables

4 syllables

5 syllables

Examples of "gestation" in lyrics

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

  • "pug puppy gestation"
    AOL — AOL
  • "cervix at 20 weeks gestation"
    AOL — AOL
  • "cervix funneling at 20 weeks gestation"
    AOL — AOL

What do these rhymes mean?

crustacean
of or belonging to the class Crustacea any mainly aquatic arthropod usually having a segmented body and chitinous
devastation
the state of being decayed or destroyed the feeling of being confounded or overwhelmed
facilitation
the condition of being made easy (or easier)
infestation
the state of being invaded or overrun by parasites a swarm of insects that attack plants; "a plague of grasshoppers"
molestation
the act of subjecting someone to unwanted or improper sexual advances or activity (especially women or children) the

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Rhyming tips for songwriters

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

Since "gestation" 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 gestation?
Words that rhyme with gestation include: crustacean, devastation, infestation, molestation, facilitation, protestation, deforestation, manifestation, disorientation, interpretation, and 490 more.
How many syllables does gestation have?
Gestation has 3 syllables.
How many words rhyme with gestation?
There are 678 words that rhyme with gestation: 500 perfect rhymes.
What is a good rhyme for gestation in a song?
The strongest rhymes for gestation in songwriting are crustacean, devastation, infestation. 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 gestation?
Common, easy-to-use words that rhyme with gestation include crustacean, devastation, infestation, molestation, facilitation. These are grouped by syllable count: 0-syllable: creation, nation; 1-syllable: crustacean, cetacean; 2-syllable: devastation, infestation. Matching syllable counts helps maintain consistent rhythm in your writing.

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