79+ Words that rhyme with leaning

Leaning is a 2-syllable word with 79 perfect rhymes. The most popular rhymes are weaning, convening, cleaning. Two-syllable words give you rhythmic flexibility — they work as both end rhymes and internal rhymes within a line.

Definition of leaning

adjective
  1. departing or being caused to depart from the true vertical or horizontal; "the leaning tower of Pisa"; "the headstones were tilted"
noun
  1. an inclination to do something; "he felt leanings toward frivolity"
  2. a natural inclination; "he has a proclivity for exaggeration"

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Examples of "leaning" in lyrics

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

  • "Said I O.D. they don't know me we gon still smoking and leaning"
    Big Moe f/ D-Wreck — Paying Dues
  • "Sitting sideways, purple stuff got me leaning"
    Boss Hogg Outlawz — Straight Outta Texas
  • "I'ma keep making paper, straight smoking and leaning"
    Botany Boys — Smokin N Leanin

What do these rhymes mean?

cleaning
the act of making something clean; "he gave his shoes a good cleaning"
convening
the act of convening
demeaning
causing awareness of your shortcomings; "golf is a humbling game"
greening
the phenomenon of vitality and freshness being restored; "the annual rejuvenation of the landscape"
weaning
the act of substituting other food for the mother's milk in the diet of a child or young mammal

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Rhyming tips for songwriters

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

Since "leaning" 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 leaning?
Words that rhyme with leaning include: weaning, convening, cleaning, demeaning, greening, screening, meaning, awning, cunning, dawning, and 69 more.
How many syllables does leaning have?
Leaning has 2 syllables.
How many words rhyme with leaning?
There are 79 words that rhyme with leaning: 79 perfect rhymes.
What is a good rhyme for leaning in a song?
The strongest rhymes for leaning in songwriting are weaning, convening, cleaning. 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 leaning?
Common, easy-to-use words that rhyme with leaning include weaning, convening, cleaning, demeaning, greening. These are grouped by syllable count: 0-syllable: weaning, cleaning; 1-syllable: convening, demeaning; 2-syllable: awakening, intervening. Matching syllable counts helps maintain consistent rhythm in your writing.

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