193+ Words that rhyme with motion

Motion is a 2-syllable word with 193 perfect rhymes. The most popular rhymes are potion, lotion, devotion. Two-syllable words give you rhythmic flexibility — they work as both end rhymes and internal rhymes within a line.

Definition of motion

noun
  1. the use of movements (especially of the hands) to communicate familiar or prearranged signals
  2. a natural event that involves a change in the position or location of something
  3. a change of position that does not entail a change of location; "the reflex motion of his eyebrows revealed his surprise"; "movement is a sign of life"; "an impatient move of his hand"; "gastrointestinal motility"

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Examples of "motion" in lyrics

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

  • "Gonna make you all dance, keep ya body in motion"
    2 Live Crew — Check it Out Y'all
  • "Up and down with an in-and-out motion"
    2 Live Crew — Shake a Lil' Somethin'
  • "Switchin from this track, move back in motion"
    3rd Bass — Triple Stage Darkness

What do these rhymes mean?

commotion
a disorderly outburst or tumult; "they were amazed by the furious disturbance they had caused" the act of making a
devotion
feelings of ardent love; "their devotion to each other was beautiful" commitment to some purpose
lotion
any of various cosmetic preparations that are applied to the skin liquid preparation having a soothing or antiseptic or
notion
a vague idea in which some confidence is placed; "his impression of her was favorable
potion
a medicinal or magical or poisonous beverage

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Rhyming tips for songwriters

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

Since "motion" 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 motion?
Words that rhyme with motion include: potion, lotion, devotion, commotion, notion, demotion, promotion, emotion, laotian, distortion, and 183 more.
How many syllables does motion have?
Motion has 2 syllables.
How many words rhyme with motion?
There are 193 words that rhyme with motion: 193 perfect rhymes.
What is a good rhyme for motion in a song?
The strongest rhymes for motion in songwriting are potion, lotion, devotion. 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 motion?
Common, easy-to-use words that rhyme with motion include potion, lotion, devotion, commotion, notion. These are grouped by syllable count: 0-syllable: potion, lotion; 1-syllable: devotion, commotion; 2-syllable: absolution, devolution. Matching syllable counts helps maintain consistent rhythm in your writing.

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