50+ Words that rhyme with inquire

Inquire is a 2-syllable word with 50 perfect rhymes. The most popular rhymes are afire, admire, aspire. Two-syllable words give you rhythmic flexibility — they work as both end rhymes and internal rhymes within a line.

Definition of inquire

verb
  1. inquire about; "I asked about their special today"; "He had to ask directions several times"
  2. have a wish or desire to know something; "He wondered who had built this beautiful church"
  3. conduct an inquiry or investigation of; "The district attorney's office investigated reports of possible irregularities"; "inquire into the disappearance of the rich old lady"

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Examples of "inquire" in lyrics

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

  • "The deeper it gets, the more minds must inquire"
    Abstract Rude w/ Moka Only, Prevail — And That You Can Quote
  • "If they want to testify it requirin my full inquire"
    Black Moon f/ Heather B — For All Y'all
  • "Mild wire, My rhyme spreads like wild fire, If you inquire"
    Holocaust & American Poets 2099 — Where Are You Walking?

What do these rhymes mean?

admire
feel admiration for look at with admiration
afire
lighted up by or as by fire or flame; "forests set ablaze (or afire) by lightning"; "even the car's tires were aflame
aspire
have an ambitious plan or a lofty goal
ire
a strong emotion; a feeling that is oriented toward some real or supposed grievance belligerence aroused by a real or
require
require as useful, just, or proper; "It takes nerve to do what she did"; "success usually requires hard work

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Rhyming tips for songwriters

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

Since "inquire" 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 inquire?
Words that rhyme with inquire include: afire, admire, aspire, require, ire, lyre, tyre, quire, shire, spire, and 40 more.
How many syllables does inquire have?
Inquire has 2 syllables.
How many words rhyme with inquire?
There are 50 words that rhyme with inquire: 50 perfect rhymes.
What is a good rhyme for inquire in a song?
The strongest rhymes for inquire in songwriting are afire, admire, aspire. 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 inquire?
Common, easy-to-use words that rhyme with inquire include afire, admire, aspire, require, ire. These are grouped by syllable count: 0-syllable: ire, lyre; 1-syllable: afire, admire; 2-syllable: retrochoir. Matching syllable counts helps maintain consistent rhythm in your writing.

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