27+ Words that rhyme with hurting

Hurting is a 2-syllable word with 27 perfect rhymes. The most popular rhymes are alerting, averting, asserting. Two-syllable words give you rhythmic flexibility — they work as both end rhymes and internal rhymes within a line.

Definition of hurting

noun
  1. a symptom of some physical hurt or disorder; "the patient developed severe pain and distension"

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Examples of "hurting" in lyrics

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

  • "And try to stop all this damn hurting inside, I'm hurting"
    Al-D f/ Lil' Keke — Hurtin Inside
  • "And I see these people and I wonder they care or if they're hurting"
    Annakin Slayd — Last One
  • "Cause my head a get to hurting,"
    Beelow f/ Thug Addict — I Wish U Would

What do these rhymes mean?

alerting
a state of readiness to respond; "alerting was indicated by the desynchronization of the EEG" a warning serves to make
asserting
relating to the use of or having the nature of a declaration
averting
the act of preventing something from occurring
disconcerting
causing an emotional disturbance; "his disconcerting habit of greeting friends ferociously and strangers charmingly"-
diverting
providing enjoyment; pleasantly entertaining; "an amusing speaker"; "a diverting story"

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Rhyming tips for songwriters

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

Since "hurting" 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 hurting?
Words that rhyme with hurting include: alerting, averting, asserting, diverting, disconcerting, working, flirting, squirting, skirting, spurting, and 17 more.
How many syllables does hurting have?
Hurting has 2 syllables.
How many words rhyme with hurting?
There are 27 words that rhyme with hurting: 27 perfect rhymes.
What is a good rhyme for hurting in a song?
The strongest rhymes for hurting in songwriting are alerting, averting, asserting. 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 hurting?
Common, easy-to-use words that rhyme with hurting include alerting, averting, asserting, diverting, disconcerting. These are grouped by syllable count: 0-syllable: working, flirting; 1-syllable: alerting, averting; 2-syllable: disconcerting, discomforting. Matching syllable counts helps maintain consistent rhythm in your writing.

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