67+ Words that rhyme with indirection

Indirection is a 4-syllable word with 67 perfect rhymes. The most popular rhymes are flexion, section, flection. Multi-syllable rhymes sound more sophisticated — they're a hallmark of skilled lyricists and create complex rhythmic patterns.

Definition of indirection

noun
  1. indirect procedure or action; "he tried to find out by indirection"
  2. deceitful action that is not straightforward; "he could see through the indirections of diplomats"

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What do these rhymes mean?

abjection
a low or downcast state; "each confession brought her into an attitude of abasement"- H.L.Menchken
advection
(meteorology) the horizontal transfer of heat or other atmospheric properties
flection
the state of being flexed (as of a joint) deviation from a straight or normal course
flexion
the state of being flexed (as of a joint) deviation from a straight or normal course act of bending a joint
section
a self-contained part of a larger composition (written or musical); "he always turns first to the business section

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Rhyming tips for songwriters

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

Since "indirection" 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 indirection?
Words that rhyme with indirection include: flexion, section, flection, abjection, advection, affection, collection, complexion, confection, connection, and 57 more.
How many syllables does indirection have?
Indirection has 4 syllables.
How many words rhyme with indirection?
There are 67 words that rhyme with indirection: 67 perfect rhymes.
What is a good rhyme for indirection in a song?
The strongest rhymes for indirection in songwriting are flexion, section, flection. 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 indirection?
Common, easy-to-use words that rhyme with indirection include flexion, section, flection, abjection, advection. These are grouped by syllable count: 0-syllable: flexion, section; 1-syllable: abjection, advection; 2-syllable: circumspection, venesection. Matching syllable counts helps maintain consistent rhythm in your writing.

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