36+ Words that rhyme with greedy

Greedy is a 2-syllable word with 36 perfect rhymes. The most popular rhymes are needy, beady, seedy. Two-syllable words give you rhythmic flexibility — they work as both end rhymes and internal rhymes within a line.

Definition of greedy

adjective
  1. immoderately desirous of acquiring e.g. wealth; "they are avaricious and will do anything for money"; "casting covetous eyes on his neighbor's fields"; "a grasping old miser"; "grasping commercialism"; "greedy for money and power"; "grew richer and greedier"; "prehensile employers stingy with raises for their employees"
  2. (often followed by `for') ardently or excessively desirous; "avid for adventure"; "an avid ambition to succeed"; "fierce devouring affection"; "the esurient eyes of an avid curiosity"; "greedy for fame"
  3. wanting to eat or drink more than one can reasonably consume; "don't be greedy with the cookies"

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Examples of "greedy" in lyrics

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

  • "Ain't no need for being greedy"
    504 Boyz — Beefing
  • "And that you realize that you were being greedy"
    69 Boyz — I Need You '98
  • "Why am I always so greedy?"
    Lily Allen — Cheryl Tweedy *

What do these rhymes mean?

beady
small and round and shiny like a shiny bead or button; "bright beady eyes
needy
poor enough to need help from others demanding or needing attention, affection, or reassurance to an excessive degree
seedy
full of seeds; "as seedy as a fig" shabby and untidy; "a surge of ragged scruffy children
speedy
characterized by speed; moving with or capable of moving with high speed; "a rapid movement"; "a speedy car
tweedy
of textiles; having a rough surface; "a sweater knitted of nubbly homespun yarns" (of country gentry) informal,

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Rhyming tips for songwriters

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

Since "greedy" 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.

Frequently asked questions

What rhymes with greedy?
Words that rhyme with greedy include: needy, beady, seedy, speedy, tweedy, weedy, midi, reedy, d, cd, and 26 more.
How many syllables does greedy have?
Greedy has 2 syllables.
How many words rhyme with greedy?
There are 36 words that rhyme with greedy: 36 perfect rhymes.
What is a good rhyme for greedy in a song?
The strongest rhymes for greedy in songwriting are needy, beady, seedy. 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 greedy?
Common, easy-to-use words that rhyme with greedy include needy, beady, seedy, speedy, tweedy. These are grouped by syllable count: 0-syllable: d, cd; 1-syllable: needy, beady; 2-syllable: canedy, caridi. Matching syllable counts helps maintain consistent rhythm in your writing.

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