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61+ Words that rhyme with holy

Holy is a 2-syllable word with 61 perfect rhymes. The most popular rhymes are slowly, unholy, ravioli. Two-syllable words give you rhythmic flexibility — they work as both end rhymes and internal rhymes within a line.

Definition of holy

adjective
  1. belonging to or derived from or associated with a divine power
noun
  1. a sacred place of pilgrimage

1 syllable

2 syllables

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5 syllables

Examples of "holy" in lyrics

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

  • "The funky dope maneuver, my field is holy"
    7L & Esoteric f/ Count Bass D, J-Live — Rules of Engagament
  • "psychological warfare for the holy"
    Aceyalone — Mr. Outsider
  • "Jevohas, leave me alone, because my socks are really holy"
    A.L.T. and the Lost Civilization — No Dollahs, No Sense

What do these rhymes mean?

anole
small arboreal tropical American insectivorous lizards with the ability to change skin color
guacamole
a dip made of mashed avocado mixed with chopped onions and other seasonings
ravioli
small circular or square cases of dough with savory fillings
slowly
without speed (`slow' is sometimes used informally for `slowly'); "he spoke slowly
unholy
not hallowed or consecrated extremely evil or cruel; expressive of cruelty or befitting hell

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Rhyming tips for songwriters

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

Since "holy" 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 holy?
Words that rhyme with holy include: slowly, unholy, ravioli, guacamole, anole, lowly, goalie, roly-poly, prole, holey, and 51 more.
How many syllables does holy have?
Holy has 2 syllables.
How many words rhyme with holy?
There are 61 words that rhyme with holy: 61 perfect rhymes.
What is a good rhyme for holy in a song?
The strongest rhymes for holy in songwriting are slowly, unholy, ravioli. 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 holy?
Common, easy-to-use words that rhyme with holy include slowly, unholy, ravioli, guacamole, anole. These are grouped by syllable count: 0-syllable: goalie, ollie; 1-syllable: slowly, lowly; 2-syllable: unholy, ravioli. Matching syllable counts helps maintain consistent rhythm in your writing.

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