36+ Words that rhyme with illegitimate

Illegitimate is a 5-syllable word with 36 perfect rhymes. The most popular rhymes are legitimate, at, ate. Multi-syllable rhymes sound more sophisticated — they're a hallmark of skilled lyricists and create complex rhythmic patterns.

Definition of illegitimate

adjective
  1. contrary to or forbidden by law; "an illegitimate seizure of power"; "illicit trade"; "an outlaw strike"; "unlawful measures"
  2. of marriages and offspring; not recognized as lawful
noun
  1. the illegitimate offspring of unmarried parents

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Examples of "illegitimate" in lyrics

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

  • "Soul is old, rhymes dirty, born illegitimate"
    Akrobatik — Hypocrite
  • "Immaculate conceptions, born illegitimate"
    J-Live — Epilogue
  • "No more than lovers we can be and even that's illegitimate"
    Pretty Willie f/ Omaze — She Got a Man at Home

What do these rhymes mean?

at
a highly unstable radioactive element (the heaviest of the halogen series)
ate
goddess of criminal rashness and its punishment
emmet
social insect living in organized colonies
gamut
a complete extent or range: "a face that expressed a gamut of emotions" the entire scale of musical notes
legitimate
of marriages and offspring; recognized as lawful based on known statements or events or conditions

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Rhyming tips for songwriters

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

Since "illegitimate" has 5 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 illegitimate?
Words that rhyme with illegitimate include: legitimate, at, ate, emmet, gamut, mamet, helmet, kismet, marmot, pelmet, and 26 more.
How many syllables does illegitimate have?
Illegitimate has 5 syllables.
How many words rhyme with illegitimate?
There are 36 words that rhyme with illegitimate: 36 perfect rhymes.
What is a good rhyme for illegitimate in a song?
The strongest rhymes for illegitimate in songwriting are legitimate, at, ate. 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 illegitimate?
Common, easy-to-use words that rhyme with illegitimate include legitimate, at, ate, emmet, gamut. These are grouped by syllable count: 0-syllable: at, ate; 1-syllable: emmet, gamut; 2-syllable: animate, estimate. Matching syllable counts helps maintain consistent rhythm in your writing.

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