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120+ Words that rhyme with jest

Jest is a 1-syllable word with 120 perfect rhymes. The most popular rhymes are blest, chest, attest. Single-syllable words are the backbone of rap and poetry — they punch hard at line endings and pair easily with other one-syllable rhymes.

Definition of jest

noun
  1. a humorous anecdote or remark intended to provoke laughter; "he told a very funny joke"; "he knows a million gags"; "thanks for the laugh"; "he laughed unpleasantly at his own jest"; "even a schoolboy's jape is supposed to have some ascertainable point"
  2. activity characterized by good humor
verb
  1. tell a joke; speak humorously; "He often jokes even when he appears serious"

1 syllable

2 syllables

Examples of "jest" in lyrics

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

  • "Outer interlast, I often ask myself do I exist? or am I simply just Jest"
    Atoms Family f/ Da Cryptic One, Jestone — 5 Lil Pumpkins
  • "That I'm just a physical entity in the form of a jest"
    Atoms Family f/ Da Cryptic One, Jestone — 5 Lil Pumpkins
  • "Feel like I'm bout to jest"
    Black Moon — Duress

What do these rhymes mean?

abreast
alongside each other, facing in the same direction being up to particular standard or level especially in being up to
attest
provide evidence for; stand as proof of; show by one's behavior, attitude, or external attributes
blest
highly favored or fortunate (as e.g. by divine grace); "our blessed land"; "the blessed assurance of a steady income"
breast
the front of the trunk from the neck to the abdomen
chest
the part of the human torso between the neck and the diaphragm or the corresponding part in other vertebrates box with

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Rhyming tips for songwriters

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

Frequently asked questions

What rhymes with jest?
Words that rhyme with jest include: blest, chest, attest, breast, abreast, bequest, contest, brest, behest, digest, and 110 more.
How many syllables does jest have?
Jest has 1 syllable.
How many words rhyme with jest?
There are 120 words that rhyme with jest: 120 perfect rhymes.
What is a good rhyme for jest in a song?
The strongest rhymes for jest in songwriting are blest, chest, attest. 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 jest?
Common, easy-to-use words that rhyme with jest include blest, chest, attest, breast, abreast. These are grouped by syllable count: 0-syllable: blest, chest; 1-syllable: attest, abreast; 2-syllable: addressed, compressed. Matching syllable counts helps maintain consistent rhythm in your writing.

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