74+ Words that rhyme with holly
Holly is a 2-syllable word with 74 perfect rhymes. The most popular rhymes are folly, loblolly, lolly. This word appears in songs across our database, making it a versatile choice for songwriters and poets.
Definition of holly
- noun
- any tree or shrub of the genus Ilex having red berries and shiny evergreen leaves with prickly edges
- United States rock star (1936-1959)
2 syllables
3 syllables
Examples of "holly" in lyrics
See how holly is used at the end of a line in songs:
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"But I'm a playa, pullin Berry's like Holly"
Anotha Level f/ Ice Cube — Level-N-Service -
"Oh look now, here comes Holly"
Digital Underground — Holly Wanstaho -
"I wanna have a tight body meet a physically fit girl named Holly"
Digital Underground — Want it All
What do these rhymes mean?
- folly
- the trait of acting stupidly or rashly a stupid mistake the quality of being rash and foolish
- loblolly
- thick gruel
- lolly
- informal terms for money ice cream or water ice on a small wooden stick; "in England a popsicle is called an ice lolly"
- squally
- characterized by short periods of noisy commotion
- volley
- rapid simultaneous discharge of firearms
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Rhyming tips for songwriters
When using "holly" in your lyrics, consider mixing perfect rhymes with near rhymes (slant rhymes) for a more natural flow. Perfect rhymes like folly, loblolly, lolly create a satisfying resolution, while slant rhymes add variety and keep listeners engaged.
Since "holly" 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.