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12+ Words that rhyme with impulse

Impulse is a 2-syllable word with 12 perfect rhymes. The most popular rhymes are repulse, dulse, convulse. Two-syllable words give you rhythmic flexibility — they work as both end rhymes and internal rhymes within a line.

Definition of impulse

noun
  1. an instinctive motive; "profound religious impulses"
  2. a sudden desire; "he bought it on an impulse"
  3. the electrical discharge that travels along a nerve fiber; "they demonstrated the transmission of impulses from the cortex to the hypothalamus"

1 syllable

2 syllables

Examples of "impulse" in lyrics

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

  • "My first stack blown, Buying S.K.'s on impulse"
    Bronze Nazareth f/ Beace, Kevlaar 7 — World Bred
  • "My conscience don't hold a grudge against my impulse"
    Eyedea (Oliver Hart) — Soundtrack of a Romance
  • "Everything that I do is on the real smart thinkin on the impulse"
    Flavor Flav — One and Only Original Flavor Flav

What do these rhymes mean?

convulse
make someone convulse with laughter; "The comedian convulsed the crowd" be overcome with laughter move or stir about
dulse
coarse edible red seaweed
hals
Dutch portrait and genre painter who endowed his portraits with vitality and humor (1580?-1666)
pulse
(electronics) a sharp transient wave in the normal electrical state (or a series of such transients)
repulse
an instance of driving away or warding off force or drive back; "repel the attacker"; "fight off the onslaught

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Rhyming tips for songwriters

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

Since "impulse" 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 impulse?
Words that rhyme with impulse include: repulse, dulse, convulse, pulse, hals, false, valse, waltz, grilse, hulse, and 2 more.
How many syllables does impulse have?
Impulse has 2 syllables.
How many words rhyme with impulse?
There are 12 words that rhyme with impulse: 12 perfect rhymes.
What is a good rhyme for impulse in a song?
The strongest rhymes for impulse in songwriting are repulse, dulse, convulse. 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 impulse?
Common, easy-to-use words that rhyme with impulse include repulse, dulse, convulse, pulse, hals. These are grouped by syllable count: 0-syllable: dulse, pulse; 1-syllable: repulse, convulse. Matching syllable counts helps maintain consistent rhythm in your writing.

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