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7+ Words that rhyme with lousy

Lousy is a 2-syllable word with 7 perfect rhymes. The most popular rhymes are drowsy, blowsy, blowzy. Two-syllable words give you rhythmic flexibility — they work as both end rhymes and internal rhymes within a line.

Definition of lousy

adjective
  1. very bad; "a lousy play"; "it's a stinking world"
  2. infested with lice; "burned their lousy clothes"
  3. vile; despicable; "a dirty (or lousy) trick"; "a filthy traitor"

Examples of "lousy" in lyrics

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

  • "your Kung-Fu's really lousy!"
    Chris Rock f/ Freedom Williams — Champagne
  • "I know you feelin' lousy"
    Dujeous — Drowsy
  • "I give relief that's far from lousy"
    Poison Clan f/ Brother Marquis, Tony Rock — Poison Freestyle

What do these rhymes mean?

blowsy
blowzy
drowsy
half asleep; "made drowsy by the long ride"; "it seemed a pity to disturb the drowsing (or dozing) professor
frowsy
negligent of neatness especially in dress and person; habitually dirty and unkempt
frowzy
negligent of neatness especially in dress and person; habitually dirty and unkempt

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Rhyming tips for songwriters

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

Since "lousy" 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 lousy?
Words that rhyme with lousy include: drowsy, blowsy, blowzy, frowsy, frowzy, mousy, dalhousie.
How many syllables does lousy have?
Lousy has 2 syllables.
How many words rhyme with lousy?
There are 7 words that rhyme with lousy: 7 perfect rhymes.
What is a good rhyme for lousy in a song?
The strongest rhymes for lousy in songwriting are drowsy, blowsy, blowzy. 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 lousy?
Common, easy-to-use words that rhyme with lousy include drowsy, blowsy, blowzy, frowsy, frowzy. These are grouped by syllable count: 0-syllable: drowsy, blowsy. Matching syllable counts helps maintain consistent rhythm in your writing.

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