Words that rhyme with intensive

Intensive is a 3-syllable word with 121 perfect rhymes. The most popular rhymes are abrasive, abusive, adhesive. This word appears in songs across our database, making it a versatile choice for songwriters and poets.

Definition of intensive

adjective
  1. characterized by a high degree or intensity; often used as a combining form; "the questioning was intensive"; "intensive care"; "research-intensive"; "a labor- intensive industry"
  2. tending to give force or emphasis; "an intensive adverb"
  3. of agriculture; intended to increase productivity of a fixed area by expending more capital and labor; "intensive agriculture"; "intensive conditions"

Examples of "intensive" in lyrics

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  • "Bridge over troubled water drown, sound study intensive"
    Aesop Rock — Troubled Waters
  • "festival ballet providence summer intensive"
    AOL — AOL
  • "nutmeg ballet summer intensive"
    AOL — AOL

What do these rhymes mean?

abrasive
causing abrasion sharply disagreeable; rigorous; "the harsh facts of court delays
abusive
expressing offensive reproach characterized by physical or psychological maltreatment; "abusive punishment
adhesive
tending to adhere a substance that unites or bonds surfaces together
admissive
characterized by or allowing admission; "an Elizabethan tragedy admissive of comic scenes"
aggressive
having or showing determination and energetic pursuit of your ends; "an aggressive businessman

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Rhyming tips for songwriters

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

Since "intensive" 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.

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