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720+ Words that rhyme with inclination

Inclination is a 4-syllable word with 500 perfect rhymes. The most popular rhymes are carnation, damnation, abomination. Multi-syllable rhymes sound more sophisticated — they're a hallmark of skilled lyricists and create complex rhythmic patterns.

Definition of inclination

noun
  1. an attitude of mind especially one that favors one alternative over others; "he had an inclination to give up too easily"; "a tendency to be too strict"
  2. (astronomy) the angle between the plane of the orbit and the plane of the ecliptic stated in degrees
  3. (geometry) the angle formed by the x-axis and a given line (measured counterclockwise from the positive half of the x-axis)

2 syllables

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Examples of "inclination" in lyrics

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

  • "Then you beg for life, cause living in natural inclination"
    K-Rino f/ K.O. — Everyday
  • "No inkling of any kind of inclination"
    PremRock & Willie Green f/ Has-Lo — Radio Dial
  • "An accessary by thine inclination"
    William Shakespeare — The Rape of Lucrece

What do these rhymes mean?

abomination
a person who is loathsome or disgusting hate coupled with disgust an action that is vicious or vile
alienation
the feeling of being alienated from other people separation resulting from hostility (law) the voluntary and absolute
carnation
pink or pinkish Eurasian plant with pink to purple-red spice-scented usually double flowers
coronation
the ceremony of installing a new monarch
damnation
the act of damning the state of being condemned to eternal punishment in Hell

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Rhyming tips for songwriters

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

Since "inclination" has 4 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 inclination?
Words that rhyme with inclination include: carnation, damnation, abomination, alienation, coronation, combination, culmination, condemnation, coordination, assassination, and 490 more.
How many syllables does inclination have?
Inclination has 4 syllables.
How many words rhyme with inclination?
There are 720 words that rhyme with inclination: 500 perfect rhymes.
What is a good rhyme for inclination in a song?
The strongest rhymes for inclination in songwriting are carnation, damnation, abomination. 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 inclination?
Common, easy-to-use words that rhyme with inclination include carnation, damnation, abomination, alienation, coronation. These are grouped by syllable count: 0-syllable: creation, nation; 1-syllable: carnation, damnation; 2-syllable: alienation, coronation. Matching syllable counts helps maintain consistent rhythm in your writing.

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