Words that rhyme with merely
Merely is a 3-syllable word with 22 perfect rhymes. The most popular rhymes are austerely, biyearly, cavalierly. This word appears in songs across our database, making it a versatile choice for songwriters and poets.
Definition of merely
- and nothing more; "I was merely asking"; "it is simply a matter of time"; "just a scratch"; "he was only a child"; "hopes that last but a moment"
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Examples of "merely" in lyrics
See how merely is used at the end of a line in songs:
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"See each and every movement merely"
Bahamadia — Pep Talk -
"Not merely"
Kool Moe Dee — I Go To Work -
"or you just merely"
Little Prince — Ice House
What do these rhymes mean?
- austerely
- in an austere fashion; "the church was austerely simple"
- biyearly
- every two years; "this festival takes places biennially" twice a year occurring every second year
- cavalierly
- in a proud and domineering manner; "he treated his staff cavalierly"
- clearly
- without doubt or question; "they were clearly lost
- dearly
- in a sincere and heartfelt manner; "I would dearly love to know" at a great cost; "he paid dearly for the food
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Rhyming tips for songwriters
When using "merely" in your lyrics, consider mixing perfect rhymes with near rhymes (slant rhymes) for a more natural flow. Perfect rhymes like austerely, biyearly, cavalierly create a satisfying resolution, while slant rhymes add variety and keep listeners engaged.
Since "merely" has 3 syllables, try matching it with words of similar length for a balanced meter. Multi-syllable rhymes often sound more sophisticated than single-syllable pairs.