Words that rhyme with modest
Modest is a 2-syllable word with 42 perfect rhymes. The most popular rhymes are afforest, arbalest, ballast. This word appears in songs across our database, making it a versatile choice for songwriters and poets.
Definition of modest
- marked by simplicity; having a humble opinion of yourself; "a modest apartment"; "too modest to wear his medals"
- not large but sufficient in size or amount; "a modest salary"; "modest inflation"; "helped in my own small way"
- free from pomp or affectation; "comfortable but modest cottages"; "a simple rectangular brick building"; "a simple man with simple tastes"
2 syllables
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Examples of "modest" in lyrics
See how modest is used at the end of a line in songs:
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"The world hottest, they say I'm a little too modest"
Akinyele — In the Zone -
"Didn't tell my friends not to try to be modest"
Alexipharmic — Sex -
"Fresh cut come hottest, not at all modest"
Anotha Level f/ Pharcyde — Phat-T
What do these rhymes mean?
- afforest
- establish a forest on previously unforested land; "afforest the mountains"
- arbalest
- an engine that provided medieval artillery used during sieges
- ballast
- any heavy material used to stabilize a ship or airship coarse gravel laid to form a bed for streets and railroads an
- breakfast
- the first meal of the day (usually in the morning) eat an early morning meal
- deforest
- remove the trees from; "The landscape was deforested by the enemy attacks"
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Rhyming tips for songwriters
When using "modest" in your lyrics, consider mixing perfect rhymes with near rhymes (slant rhymes) for a more natural flow. Perfect rhymes like afforest, arbalest, ballast create a satisfying resolution, while slant rhymes add variety and keep listeners engaged.
Since "modest" 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.