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18+ Words that rhyme with grasp

Grasp is a 1-syllable word with 18 perfect rhymes. The most popular rhymes are asp, gasp, clasp. 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 grasp

noun
  1. understanding of the nature or meaning or quality or magnitude of something; "he has a good grasp of accounting practices"
  2. the limit of capability; "within the compass of education"
  3. an intellectual hold or understanding; "a good grip on French history"; "they kept a firm grip on the two top priorities"; "he was in the grip of a powerful emotion"; "a terrible power had her in its grasp"

1 syllable

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Examples of "grasp" in lyrics

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

  • "Reaching for things that are out of your grasp"
    The 49ers — Breath of Fresh Air
  • "hold they breath with iron grasp"
    Algorithm — Suffer Great Nation
  • "Such an unreal life, reality hard to grasp"
    Benefit — My Story

What do these rhymes mean?

asp
of southern Europe; similar to but smaller than the adder cobra used by the Pharaohs as a symbol of their power over
clasp
a fastener (as a buckle or hook) that is used to hold two things together the act of grasping
gasp
a short labored intake of breath with the mouth open
handclasp
grasping and shaking a person's hand (as to acknowledge an introduction or to agree on a contract)
rasp
uttering in an irritated tone a coarse file with sharp pointed projections scrape with a rasp utter in a grating voice

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Rhyming tips for songwriters

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

Frequently asked questions

What rhymes with grasp?
Words that rhyme with grasp include: asp, gasp, clasp, rasp, handclasp, cusp, hasp, lisp, wasp, wisp, and 8 more.
How many syllables does grasp have?
Grasp has 1 syllable.
How many words rhyme with grasp?
There are 18 words that rhyme with grasp: 18 perfect rhymes.
What is a good rhyme for grasp in a song?
The strongest rhymes for grasp in songwriting are asp, gasp, clasp. 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 grasp?
Common, easy-to-use words that rhyme with grasp include asp, gasp, clasp, rasp, handclasp. These are grouped by syllable count: 0-syllable: asp, gasp; 1-syllable: handclasp, unclasp; 2-syllable: galliwasp. Matching syllable counts helps maintain consistent rhythm in your writing.

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