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151+ Words that rhyme with modern

Modern is a 2-syllable word with 151 perfect rhymes. The most popular rhymes are postmodern, ultramodern, eden. Two-syllable words give you rhythmic flexibility — they work as both end rhymes and internal rhymes within a line.

Definition of modern

adjective
  1. belonging to the modern era; since the Middle Ages; "modern art"; "modern furniture"; "modern history"; "totem poles are modern rather than prehistoric"
  2. relating to a recently developed fashion or style; "their offices are in a modern skyscraper"; "tables in modernistic designs"
  3. characteristic of present-day art and music and literature and architecture

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Examples of "modern" in lyrics

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

  • "I bounce checks like a modern"
    Aesop Rock f/ C-Rayz Walz — Bent Life
  • "I'll teach these fuckers how to dance modern"
    Buck 65 — Le 65isme
  • "I'm Neolithic but my brain is much modern"
    Snowgoons f/ Killah Priest, Rasul Allah, Richard Raw — Server Justice

What do these rhymes mean?

auden
United States poet (born in England) (1907-1973)
eden
any place of complete bliss and delight and peace a beautiful garden where Adam and Eve were placed at the Creation
haydn
prolific Austrian composer who influenced the classical form of the symphony (1732-1809) the music of Haydn
postmodern
of or relating to postmodernism; "postmodernist architecture"
ultramodern
extremely modern; "Dadism and ultramodern art"

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Rhyming tips for songwriters

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

Since "modern" 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 modern?
Words that rhyme with modern include: postmodern, ultramodern, eden, auden, haydn, laden, ogden, olden, sidon, widen, and 141 more.
How many syllables does modern have?
Modern has 2 syllables.
How many words rhyme with modern?
There are 151 words that rhyme with modern: 151 perfect rhymes.
What is a good rhyme for modern in a song?
The strongest rhymes for modern in songwriting are postmodern, ultramodern, eden. 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 modern?
Common, easy-to-use words that rhyme with modern include postmodern, ultramodern, eden, auden, haydn. These are grouped by syllable count: 0-syllable: haydn; 1-syllable: eden, auden; 2-syllable: postmodern, ibadan. Matching syllable counts helps maintain consistent rhythm in your writing.

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