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61+ Words that rhyme with loathsome

Loathsome 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 loathsome

adjective
  1. causing or able to cause nausea; "a nauseating smell"; "nauseous offal"; "a sickening stench"
  2. highly offensive; arousing aversion or disgust; "a disgusting smell"; "distasteful language"; "a loathsome disease"; "the idea of eating meat is repellent to me"; "revolting food"; "a wicked stench"

2 syllables

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Examples of "loathsome" in lyrics

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

  • "'Cause we a dying breed and this loathsome"
    Hilltop Hoods — Roll on Up

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 "loathsome" 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 "loathsome" 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 loathsome?
Words that rhyme with loathsome include: buxom, balsam, dorsum, awesome, blithesome, bothersome, burdensome, cuddlesome, cumbersome, adventuresome, and 51 more.
How many syllables does loathsome have?
Loathsome has 2 syllables.
How many words rhyme with loathsome?
There are 61 words that rhyme with loathsome: 61 perfect rhymes.
What is a good rhyme for loathsome in a song?
The strongest rhymes for loathsome 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 loathsome?
Common, easy-to-use words that rhyme with loathsome 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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