91+ Words that rhyme with lose

Lose is a 1-syllable word with 91 perfect rhymes. The most popular rhymes are choose, bruise, cruse. 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 lose

verb
  1. fail to keep or to maintain; cease to have, either physically or in an abstract sense; "She lost her purse when she left it unattended on her seat"
  2. fail to win; "We lost the battle but we won the war"
  3. suffer the loss of a person through death or removal; "She lost her husband in the war"; "The couple that wanted to adopt the child lost her when the biological parents claimed her"

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Examples of "lose" in lyrics

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

  • "Because in this game, you lag, you lose"
    2 Live Crew — Boys With Da Bass
  • "In this game the rules is you lose"
    415 — Court in the Street
  • "We're gettin money, we've got no time to lose"
    415 f/ Brotha Broski, Icee B — Ruthless is Reality

What do these rhymes mean?

accuse
bring an accusation against; level a charge against
bruise
an injury that doesn't break the skin but results in some discoloration injure the underlying soft tissue or bone of
choose
pick out, select, or choose from a number of alternatives; "Take any one of these cards
cruse
small jar; holds liquid (oil or water)
use
the act of using; "he warned against the use of narcotic drugs

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Rhyming tips for songwriters

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

Frequently asked questions

What rhymes with lose?
Words that rhyme with lose include: choose, bruise, cruse, accuse, use, fuse, muse, ooze, amuse, bemuse, and 81 more.
How many syllables does lose have?
Lose has 1 syllable.
How many words rhyme with lose?
There are 91 words that rhyme with lose: 91 perfect rhymes.
What is a good rhyme for lose in a song?
The strongest rhymes for lose in songwriting are choose, bruise, cruse. 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 lose?
Common, easy-to-use words that rhyme with lose include choose, bruise, cruse, accuse, use. These are grouped by syllable count: 0-syllable: choose, bruise; 1-syllable: accuse, amuse; 2-syllable: overuse, disabuse. Matching syllable counts helps maintain consistent rhythm in your writing.

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