40+ Words that rhyme with intimidate

Intimidate is a 4-syllable word with 40 perfect rhymes. The most popular rhymes are backdate, ate, date. Multi-syllable rhymes sound more sophisticated — they're a hallmark of skilled lyricists and create complex rhythmic patterns.

Definition of intimidate

verb
  1. make timid or fearful; "Her boss intimidates her"
  2. to compel or deter by or as if by threats

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Examples of "intimidate" in lyrics

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

  • "Imitators idolize, I intimidate"
    Blackalicous — Alphabet Aerobics
  • "The wild lifestyle has the tendency to intimidate"
    Buck 65 — Pants On Fire
  • "Physical rhymes all meant to intimidate"
    Sir Mix-A-Lot — F the BS

What do these rhymes mean?

ate
goddess of criminal rashness and its punishment
backdate
make effective from an earlier date; "The increase in tax was backdated to January"
date
the specified day of the month; "what is the date today?" a participant in a date
pedate
of a leaf shape; having radiating lobes, each deeply cleft or divided having or resembling a foot
sedate
characterized by dignity and propriety dignified and somber in manner or character and committed to keeping promises

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Rhyming tips for songwriters

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

Since "intimidate" 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 intimidate?
Words that rhyme with intimidate include: backdate, ate, date, pedate, sedate, update, caudate, cordate, exudate, gradate, and 30 more.
How many syllables does intimidate have?
Intimidate has 4 syllables.
How many words rhyme with intimidate?
There are 40 words that rhyme with intimidate: 40 perfect rhymes.
What is a good rhyme for intimidate in a song?
The strongest rhymes for intimidate in songwriting are backdate, ate, date. 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 intimidate?
Common, easy-to-use words that rhyme with intimidate include backdate, ate, date, pedate, sedate. These are grouped by syllable count: 0-syllable: ate, date; 1-syllable: backdate, pedate; 2-syllable: exudate, acaudate. Matching syllable counts helps maintain consistent rhythm in your writing.

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