22+ Words that rhyme with merely

Merely is a 3-syllable word with 22 perfect rhymes. The most popular rhymes are clearly, austerely, dearly. Multi-syllable rhymes sound more sophisticated — they're a hallmark of skilled lyricists and create complex rhythmic patterns.

Definition of merely

adverb
  1. 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:

  • "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"
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
severely
to a severe or serious degree; "fingers so badly frozen they had to be amputated"; "badly injured

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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 clearly, austerely, dearly 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.

Frequently asked questions

What rhymes with merely?
Words that rhyme with merely include: clearly, austerely, dearly, severely, cavalierly, sincerely, biyearly, early, nearly, yearly, and 12 more.
How many syllables does merely have?
Merely has 3 syllables.
How many words rhyme with merely?
There are 22 words that rhyme with merely: 22 perfect rhymes.
What is a good rhyme for merely in a song?
The strongest rhymes for merely in songwriting are clearly, austerely, dearly. 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 merely?
Common, easy-to-use words that rhyme with merely include clearly, austerely, dearly, severely, cavalierly. These are grouped by syllable count: 0-syllable: myrlie; 1-syllable: clearly, dearly; 2-syllable: ideally. Matching syllable counts helps maintain consistent rhythm in your writing.

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