55+ Words that rhyme with homely

Homely is a 3-syllable word with 55 perfect rhymes. The most popular rhymes are dimly, calmly, comely. Multi-syllable rhymes sound more sophisticated — they're a hallmark of skilled lyricists and create complex rhythmic patterns.

Definition of homely

adjective
  1. lacking in physical beauty or proportion; "a homely child"; "several of the buildings were downright homely"; "a plain girl with a freckled face"
  2. having a feeling of home; cozy and comfortable; "the homely everyday atmosphere"; "a homey little inn"
  3. plain and unpretentious; "homely truths"; "letters to his son full of homely advice"; "homely fare"

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Examples of "homely" in lyrics

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

  • "Goodbye to crust emcees; often lonely and homely"
    Mystik Journeymen f/ Living Legends — Voices
  • "So shout out to the homely"
    Necro — 86 Measures of Game
  • "You're dead if ya homely"
    Necro — All Hotties Eat the Jizz

What do these rhymes mean?

awfully
used as intensifiers; "terribly interesting"; "I'm awful sorry" of a dreadful kind
calmly
with self-possession (especially in times of stress); "he spoke calmly to the rioting students" in a sedate manner
comely
according with custom or propriety; "her becoming modesty"; "comely behavior
dimly
in a dim indistinct manner; "we perceived the change only dimly" in a manner lacking interest or vitality
dumbly
in a stupid manner; "he had so rapaciously desired and so obtusely expected to find her alone" in an inarticulate

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Rhyming tips for songwriters

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

Since "homely" has 3 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 homely?
Words that rhyme with homely include: dimly, calmly, comely, awfully, dumbly, family, firmly, gamely, glumly, grimly, and 45 more.
How many syllables does homely have?
Homely has 3 syllables.
How many words rhyme with homely?
There are 55 words that rhyme with homely: 55 perfect rhymes.
What is a good rhyme for homely in a song?
The strongest rhymes for homely in songwriting are dimly, calmly, comely. 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 homely?
Common, easy-to-use words that rhyme with homely include dimly, calmly, comely, awfully, dumbly. These are grouped by syllable count: 0-syllable: dimly, calmly; 1-syllable: comely, awfully; 2-syllable: untimely, extremely. Matching syllable counts helps maintain consistent rhythm in your writing.

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