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69+ Words that rhyme with mandatory

Mandatory is a 4-syllable word with 69 perfect rhymes. The most popular rhymes are gory, category, corrie. Multi-syllable rhymes sound more sophisticated — they're a hallmark of skilled lyricists and create complex rhythmic patterns.

Definition of mandatory

adjective
  1. required by rule; "in most schools physical education is compulsory"; "attendance is mandatory"; "required reading"
noun
  1. the recipient of a mandate
  2. a territory surrendered by Turkey or Germany after World War I and put under the tutelage of some other European power until they are able to stand by themselves

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Examples of "mandatory" in lyrics

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

  • "It's only mandatory"
    Dre Dog (Andre Nickatina) — One Ticket Please
  • "Understand that powerful planning is mandatory"
    Benefit — Call of Revolt
  • "the VSOP is mandatory"
    Big Noyd — All Pro

What do these rhymes mean?

category
a collection of things sharing a common attribute
corrie
a steep-walled semicircular basin in a mountain; may contain a lake
dory
a small boat of shallow draft with cross thwarts for seats and rowlocks for oars with which it is propelled pike-like
gory
covered with blood; "a bloodstained shirt"; "a gory dagger" accompanied by bloodshed; "this bitter and sanguinary war"
lory
small brightly colored Australasian parrots having a brush- tipped tongue for feeding on nectar and soft fruits

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Rhyming tips for songwriters

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

Since "mandatory" has 4 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 mandatory?
Words that rhyme with mandatory include: gory, category, corrie, dory, lory, flory, hoary, florey, montessori, saury, and 59 more.
How many syllables does mandatory have?
Mandatory has 4 syllables.
How many words rhyme with mandatory?
There are 69 words that rhyme with mandatory: 69 perfect rhymes.
What is a good rhyme for mandatory in a song?
The strongest rhymes for mandatory in songwriting are gory, category, corrie. 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 mandatory?
Common, easy-to-use words that rhyme with mandatory include gory, category, corrie, dory, lory. These are grouped by syllable count: 0-syllable: corrie, aurae; 1-syllable: gory, dory; 2-syllable: cacciatore, montefiore. Matching syllable counts helps maintain consistent rhythm in your writing.

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