Words that rhyme with measly
Measly is a 2-syllable word with 37 perfect rhymes. The most popular rhymes are bristly, grandiosely, grisly. This word appears in songs across our database, making it a versatile choice for songwriters and poets.
Definition of measly
- contemptibly small in amount; "a measly tip"; "the company donated a miserable $100 for flood relief"; "a paltry wage"; "almost depleted his miserable store of dried beans"
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Examples of "measly" in lyrics
See how measly is used at the end of a line in songs:
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"But dough here is measly"
K-Otix — Do You Wanna Be An MC?
What do these rhymes mean?
- bristly
- very irritable; "bristly exchanges between the White House and the press"; "he became prickly and spiteful
- grandiosely
- in a grandiose manner; "the building was bombastically spacious"
- grisly
- shockingly repellent; inspiring horror; "ghastly wounds"; "the grim aftermath of the bombing
- grizzly
- showing characteristics of age, especially having grey or white hair; "whose beard with age is hoar"-Coleridge
- muesli
- mixture of untoasted dry cereals and fruits
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Rhyming tips for songwriters
When using "measly" in your lyrics, consider mixing perfect rhymes with near rhymes (slant rhymes) for a more natural flow. Perfect rhymes like bristly, grandiosely, grisly create a satisfying resolution, while slant rhymes add variety and keep listeners engaged.
Since "measly" 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.