Words that rhyme with held

Held is a 1-syllable word with 32 perfect rhymes. The most popular rhymes are geld, impelled, meld. This word appears in songs across our database, making it a versatile choice for songwriters and poets.

Definition of held

adjective
  1. occupied or in the control of; often used in combination; "enemy-held territory"

Examples of "held" in lyrics

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

  • "The mic, to rock it, that's why it's held"
    Abstract Rude, Prevail, Moka Only — Jam Packed
  • "But they hold me back like water in a dam, but I won't be held"
    Aceyalone — A Book of Human Language
  • "trees the only jobs that you held"
    Anybody Killa f/ Insane Clown Posse — Gang Related

What do these rhymes mean?

geld
cut off the testicles (of male animals such as horses); "the vet gelded the young horse"
impelled
urged or forced to action through moral pressure; "felt impelled to take a stand against the issue"
meld
a form of rummy using two decks of cards and four jokers; jokers and deuces are wild
quelled
subdued or overcome; "the quelled rebellion"; "an uprising quenched almost before it started"; "a squelched rumor"
shelled
of animals or fruits that have a shell

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Rhyming tips for songwriters

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

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