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55+ Words that rhyme with martyr

Martyr is a 2-syllable word with 55 perfect rhymes. The most popular rhymes are barter, carter, darter. Two-syllable words give you rhythmic flexibility — they work as both end rhymes and internal rhymes within a line.

Definition of martyr

noun
  1. one who suffers for the sake of principle
  2. one who voluntarily suffers death as the penalty for refusing to renounce their religion
verb
  1. kill as a martyr; "Saint Sebastian was martyred"

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Examples of "martyr" in lyrics

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

  • "Family stuck up, voyage of the S.S. Martyr"
    Aesop Rock — Fascination
  • "It's the one thing I believe in, make me a martyr"
    A.G. — Love
  • "If I die they say I'm only a martyr"
    Bravehearts f/ Nas — Bravehearted

What do these rhymes mean?

barter
an equal exchange; "we had no money so we had to live by barter" exchange goods without involving money
carter
Englishman and Egyptologist who in 1922 discovered and excavated the tomb of Tutankhamen (1873-1939) 39th President of
charter
a document incorporating an institution and specifying its rights
darter
fish-eating bird of warm inland waters having a long flexible neck and slender sharp-pointed bill a person or other
starter
an electric motor for starting an engine a contestant in a team sport who is in the game at the beginning the official

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Rhyming tips for songwriters

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

Since "martyr" 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 martyr?
Words that rhyme with martyr include: barter, carter, darter, charter, starter, nonstarter, garter, tartar, are, sartor, and 45 more.
How many syllables does martyr have?
Martyr has 2 syllables.
How many words rhyme with martyr?
There are 55 words that rhyme with martyr: 55 perfect rhymes.
What is a good rhyme for martyr in a song?
The strongest rhymes for martyr in songwriting are barter, carter, darter. 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 martyr?
Common, easy-to-use words that rhyme with martyr include barter, carter, darter, charter, starter. These are grouped by syllable count: 0-syllable: are, dartre; 1-syllable: barter, carter; 2-syllable: nonstarter, barterer. Matching syllable counts helps maintain consistent rhythm in your writing.

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