139+ Words that rhyme with indulgence

Indulgence is a 3-syllable word with 139 perfect rhymes. The most popular rhymes are usance, absence, balance. Multi-syllable rhymes sound more sophisticated — they're a hallmark of skilled lyricists and create complex rhythmic patterns.

Definition of indulgence

noun
  1. an inability to resist the gratification of whims and desires
  2. a disposition to yield to the wishes of someone; "too much indulgence spoils a child"
  3. the act of indulging or gratifying a desire

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Examples of "indulgence" in lyrics

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

  • "mindless self indulgence"
    AOL — AOL
  • "mic commander lyrics by mindless self indulgence"
    AOL — AOL
  • "what do they know lyrics by mindless self indulgence"
    AOL — AOL

What do these rhymes mean?

absence
the state of being absent; "he was surprised by the absence of any explanation" failure to be present the time interval
balance
a state of equilibrium equality between the totals of the credit and debit sides of an account harmonious arrangement
licence
excessive freedom; lack of due restraint; "when liberty becomes license dictatorship is near"- Will Durant
license
a legal document giving official permission to do something freedom to deviate deliberately from normally applicable
usance
the period of time permitted by commercial usage for the payment of a bill of exchange (especially a foreign bill of

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Rhyming tips for songwriters

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

Since "indulgence" has 3 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 indulgence?
Words that rhyme with indulgence include: usance, absence, balance, licence, license, silence, valance, valence, nonsense, nuisance, and 129 more.
How many syllables does indulgence have?
Indulgence has 3 syllables.
How many words rhyme with indulgence?
There are 139 words that rhyme with indulgence: 139 perfect rhymes.
What is a good rhyme for indulgence in a song?
The strongest rhymes for indulgence in songwriting are usance, absence, balance. 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 indulgence?
Common, easy-to-use words that rhyme with indulgence include usance, absence, balance, licence, license. These are grouped by syllable count: 0-syllable: usance, absence; 1-syllable: opulence, ambulance; 2-syllable: adolescence, ambivalence. Matching syllable counts helps maintain consistent rhythm in your writing.

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