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15+ Words that rhyme with missing

Missing is a 2-syllable word with 15 perfect rhymes. The most popular rhymes are living, kissing, promising. Two-syllable words give you rhythmic flexibility — they work as both end rhymes and internal rhymes within a line.

Definition of missing

adjective
  1. not able to be found; "missing in action"; "a missing person"
  2. nonexistent; "the thumb is absent"; "her appetite was lacking"

2 syllables

3 syllables

4 syllables

Examples of "missing" in lyrics

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

  • "Concentrate on a cure I'm sure you'll find something missing"
    The 49ers f/ Harun Karim — Why I Don't Know
  • "It's the skills that you missing"
    60 Second Assassin f/ 12 O'Clock, Chi-King, Timbo King — Clockz N' Kingz
  • "Then thought crucifiction, the way I was missing"
    9th Prince — Shut Your Mouth

What do these rhymes mean?

kissing
affectionate play (or foreplay without contact with the genital organs)
listening
the act of hearing attentively; "you can learn a lot by just listening
living
pertaining to living persons; "within living memory" true to life; lifelike
promising
showing possibility of achievement or excellence; "a promising young man" full or promise
wishing
a specific feeling of desire; "he got his wish"; "he was above all wishing and desire"

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Rhyming tips for songwriters

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

Since "missing" 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 missing?
Words that rhyme with missing include: living, kissing, promising, wishing, listening, hissing, blessing, itching, switching, dismissing, and 5 more.
How many syllables does missing have?
Missing has 2 syllables.
How many words rhyme with missing?
There are 15 words that rhyme with missing: 15 perfect rhymes.
What is a good rhyme for missing in a song?
The strongest rhymes for missing in songwriting are living, kissing, promising. 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 missing?
Common, easy-to-use words that rhyme with missing include living, kissing, promising, wishing, listening. These are grouped by syllable count: 0-syllable: living, kissing; 1-syllable: promising, listening; 2-syllable: reminiscing. Matching syllable counts helps maintain consistent rhythm in your writing.

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