38+ Words that rhyme with hesitating

Hesitating is a 4-syllable word with 38 perfect rhymes. The most popular rhymes are waiting, berating, dating. Multi-syllable rhymes sound more sophisticated — they're a hallmark of skilled lyricists and create complex rhythmic patterns.

Definition of hesitating

adjective
  1. lacking decisiveness of character; unable to act or decide quickly or firmly

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Examples of "hesitating" in lyrics

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

  • "But ae is hesitating"
    Aesop Rock f/ Pfac — Cook it Up
  • "You know, what I like ain't no sense in hesitating"
    Eightball & MJG — Not Tonight
  • "and ain't no hesitating"
    Guce f/ B.A., Keek, Eclipse — Peep Da Git Down

What do these rhymes mean?

annotating
the act of adding notes
baiting
harassment especially of a tethered animal
berating
a severe rebuke; "he deserved the berating that the coach gave him"
dating
use of chemical analysis to estimate the age of geological specimens
waiting
being and remaining ready and available for use; "waiting cars and limousines lined the curb

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Rhyming tips for songwriters

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

Since "hesitating" has 4 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 hesitating?
Words that rhyme with hesitating include: waiting, berating, dating, annotating, baiting, frustrating, skating, elating, grating, equating, and 28 more.
How many syllables does hesitating have?
Hesitating has 4 syllables.
How many words rhyme with hesitating?
There are 38 words that rhyme with hesitating: 38 perfect rhymes.
What is a good rhyme for hesitating in a song?
The strongest rhymes for hesitating in songwriting are waiting, berating, dating. 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 hesitating?
Common, easy-to-use words that rhyme with hesitating include waiting, berating, dating, annotating, baiting. These are grouped by syllable count: 0-syllable: waiting, dating; 1-syllable: berating, frustrating; 2-syllable: annotating, motivating. Matching syllable counts helps maintain consistent rhythm in your writing.

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