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37+ Words that rhyme with measly

Measly is a 2-syllable word with 37 perfect rhymes. The most popular rhymes are grisly, muesli, wesley. Two-syllable words give you rhythmic flexibility — they work as both end rhymes and internal rhymes within a line.

Definition of measly

adjective
  1. 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:

  • "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
grisly
shockingly repellent; inspiring horror; "ghastly wounds"; "the grim aftermath of the bombing
muesli
mixture of untoasted dry cereals and fruits
wesley
English clergyman and brother of John Wesley who wrote many hymns (1707-1788) English clergyman and founder of
wisely
in a wise manner; "she acted wisely when she invited her parents"

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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 grisly, muesli, wesley 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.

Frequently asked questions

What rhymes with measly?
Words that rhyme with measly include: grisly, muesli, wesley, wisely, bristly, frizzly, grizzly, paisley, parsley, presley, and 27 more.
How many syllables does measly have?
Measly has 2 syllables.
How many words rhyme with measly?
There are 37 words that rhyme with measly: 37 perfect rhymes.
What is a good rhyme for measly in a song?
The strongest rhymes for measly in songwriting are grisly, muesli, wesley. 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 measly?
Common, easy-to-use words that rhyme with measly include grisly, muesli, wesley, wisely, bristly. These are grouped by syllable count: 0-syllable: leslie; 1-syllable: grisly, muesli; 2-syllable: wisely, vesely. Matching syllable counts helps maintain consistent rhythm in your writing.

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