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61+ Words that rhyme with irksome

Irksome is a 2-syllable word with 61 perfect rhymes. The most popular rhymes are buxom, balsam, dorsum. Two-syllable words give you rhythmic flexibility — they work as both end rhymes and internal rhymes within a line.

Definition of irksome

adjective
  1. so lacking in interest as to cause mental weariness; "a boring evening with uninteresting people"; "the deadening effect of some routine tasks"; "a dull play"; "his competent but dull performance"; "a ho-hum speaker who couldn't capture their attention"; "what an irksome task the writing of long letters is"- Edmund Burke; "tedious days on the train"; "the tiresome chirping of a cricket"- Mark Twain; "other people's dreams are dreadfully wearisome"

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Examples of "irksome" in lyrics

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

  • "'Lucky' Review: This Telugu film is irksome"
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What do these rhymes mean?

awesome
inspiring awe or admiration or wonder; "New York is an amazing city"; "the Grand Canyon is an awe-inspiring sight
balsam
any seed plant yielding balsam any of various fragrant oleoresins used in medicines and perfumes an ointment containing
blithesome
carefree and happy and lighthearted; "was loved for her blithe spirit"; "a merry blithesome nature
buxom
(of a woman's body) having a large bosom and pleasing curves; "Hollywood seems full of curvaceous blondes
dorsum
the posterior part of a human (or animal) body from the neck to the end of the spine

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Rhyming tips for songwriters

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

Since "irksome" 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 irksome?
Words that rhyme with irksome include: buxom, balsam, dorsum, awesome, blithesome, bothersome, burdensome, cuddlesome, cumbersome, adventuresome, and 51 more.
How many syllables does irksome have?
Irksome has 2 syllables.
How many words rhyme with irksome?
There are 61 words that rhyme with irksome: 61 perfect rhymes.
What is a good rhyme for irksome in a song?
The strongest rhymes for irksome in songwriting are buxom, balsam, dorsum. 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 irksome?
Common, easy-to-use words that rhyme with irksome include buxom, balsam, dorsum, awesome, blithesome. These are grouped by syllable count: 0-syllable: buxom, balsam; 1-syllable: awesome, blithesome; 2-syllable: abomasum, helichrysum. Matching syllable counts helps maintain consistent rhythm in your writing.

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