215+ Words that rhyme with likeness

Likeness is a 3-syllable word with 215 perfect rhymes. The most popular rhymes are heartless, darkness, alumnus. Multi-syllable rhymes sound more sophisticated — they're a hallmark of skilled lyricists and create complex rhythmic patterns.

Definition of likeness

noun
  1. similarity in appearance or character or nature between persons or things; "man created God in his own likeness"
  2. picture consisting of a graphic image of a person or thing

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Examples of "likeness" in lyrics

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

  • "I'm electrified by your lightning likeness"
    The Cross Movement feat. Michelle Bonilla — Lord You Are
  • "At times I get to find the Devil's kind and God's likeness"
    Diabolic — Stomping Grounds
  • "And to top it all off let us make man in our image, after our likeness"
    Esau — First

What do these rhymes mean?

alumnus
a person who has received a degree from a school (high school or college or university)
bigness
the property of having a relatively great size
darkness
absence of light or illumination an unilluminated area
dimness
the state of being poorly illuminated the property of lights or sounds that lack brilliance or are reduced in intensity
heartless
lacking in feeling or pity or warmth devoid of courage or enthusiasm

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Rhyming tips for songwriters

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

Since "likeness" 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.

Frequently asked questions

What rhymes with likeness?
Words that rhyme with likeness include: heartless, darkness, alumnus, bigness, dimness, baldness, boldness, calmness, chicness, coldness, and 205 more.
How many syllables does likeness have?
Likeness has 3 syllables.
How many words rhyme with likeness?
There are 215 words that rhyme with likeness: 215 perfect rhymes.
What is a good rhyme for likeness in a song?
The strongest rhymes for likeness in songwriting are heartless, darkness, alumnus. 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 likeness?
Common, easy-to-use words that rhyme with likeness include heartless, darkness, alumnus, bigness, dimness. These are grouped by syllable count: 0-syllable: heartless, darkness; 1-syllable: alumnus, acridness; 2-syllable: aloneness, alikeness. Matching syllable counts helps maintain consistent rhythm in your writing.

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