74+ Words that rhyme with instigate

Instigate is a 3-syllable word with 74 perfect rhymes. The most popular rhymes are bait, date, fete. Multi-syllable rhymes sound more sophisticated — they're a hallmark of skilled lyricists and create complex rhythmic patterns.

Definition of instigate

verb
  1. provoke or stir up; "incite a riot"; "set off great unrest among the people"
  2. serve as the inciting cause of; "She prompted me to call my relatives"

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Examples of "instigate" in lyrics

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

  • "I'm dripping by the leg and dipody I instigate"
    Ill Bill — I'm Not Happy '94
  • "Yo, they instigate"
    Living Legends f/ Sunspot Jonz — Dirty Faces
  • "Chill with germs then further instigate"
    Lost Secret f/ Ced Gee — Delta Force 2007

What do these rhymes mean?

bait
anything that serves as an enticement something used to lure fish or other animals into danger so they can be trapped
date
the specified day of the month; "what is the date today?" a participant in a date
fete
an elaborate party (often outdoors) an organized series of acts and performances (usually in one place)
gait
the rate of moving (especially walking or running) a horse's manner of moving a person's manner of walking
gate
a movable barrier in a fence or wall a computer circuit with several inputs but only one output that can be activated

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Rhyming tips for songwriters

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

Since "instigate" 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 instigate?
Words that rhyme with instigate include: bait, date, fete, gait, gate, hate, late, mate, pate, rate, and 64 more.
How many syllables does instigate have?
Instigate has 3 syllables.
How many words rhyme with instigate?
There are 74 words that rhyme with instigate: 74 perfect rhymes.
What is a good rhyme for instigate in a song?
The strongest rhymes for instigate in songwriting are bait, date, fete. 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 instigate?
Common, easy-to-use words that rhyme with instigate include bait, date, fete, gait, gate. These are grouped by syllable count: 0-syllable: bait, date; 1-syllable: recreate, ligate; 2-syllable: conjugate, abnegate. Matching syllable counts helps maintain consistent rhythm in your writing.

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