139+ Words that rhyme with negligence

Negligence is a 3-syllable word with 139 perfect rhymes. The most popular rhymes are excellence, intelligence, elements. Multi-syllable rhymes sound more sophisticated — they're a hallmark of skilled lyricists and create complex rhythmic patterns.

Definition of negligence

noun
  1. failure to act with the prudence that a reasonable person would exercise under the same circumstances
  2. the trait of neglecting responsibilities and lacking concern

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Examples of "negligence" in lyrics

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

  • "We role tape protocol on a ring finger neighbor to peruse gross negligence"
    Aesop Rock — Food, Clothes, Medicine
  • "embezzlement the deficit negligence"
    Bahamadia — Beautiful Things
  • "Abuse rap kids, ain't no evidence of negligence"
    Edo.G — On Fire

What do these rhymes mean?

absence
the state of being absent; "he was surprised by the absence of any explanation" failure to be present the time interval
elements
violent or severe weather (viewed as caused by the action of the four elements)
excellence
the quality of excelling; possessing good qualities in high degree an outstanding feature
intelligence
the ability to comprehend; to understand and profit from experience a unit responsible for gathering and interpreting
usance
the period of time permitted by commercial usage for the payment of a bill of exchange (especially a foreign bill of

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Rhyming tips for songwriters

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

Since "negligence" 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 negligence?
Words that rhyme with negligence include: excellence, intelligence, elements, usance, absence, balance, licence, license, silence, valance, and 129 more.
How many syllables does negligence have?
Negligence has 3 syllables.
How many words rhyme with negligence?
There are 139 words that rhyme with negligence: 139 perfect rhymes.
What is a good rhyme for negligence in a song?
The strongest rhymes for negligence in songwriting are excellence, intelligence, elements. 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 negligence?
Common, easy-to-use words that rhyme with negligence include excellence, intelligence, elements, usance, absence. These are grouped by syllable count: 0-syllable: usance, absence; 1-syllable: excellence, elements; 2-syllable: intelligence, adolescence. Matching syllable counts helps maintain consistent rhythm in your writing.

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