162+ Words that rhyme with nigh

Nigh is a 1-syllable word with 162 perfect rhymes. The most popular rhymes are ai, by, buy. Single-syllable words are the backbone of rap and poetry — they punch hard at line endings and pair easily with other one-syllable rhymes.

Definition of nigh

adverb
  1. near in time or place or relationship; "as the wedding day drew near"; "stood near the door"; "don't shoot until they come near"; "getting near to the true explanation"; "her mother is always near"; "The end draws nigh"; "the bullet didn't come close"; "don't get too close to the fire"
  2. (of actions or states) slightly short of or not quite accomplished; all but; "the job is (just) about done"; "the baby was almost asleep when the alarm sounded"; "we're almost finished"; "the car all but ran her down"; "he nearly fainted"; "talked for nigh onto 2 hours"; "the recording is well-nigh perfect"; "virtually all the parties signed the contract"; "I was near exhausted by the run"; "most everyone agrees"
adjective
  1. not far distant in time or space or degree or circumstances; "near neighbors"; "in the near future"; "they are near equals"; "his nearest approach to success"; "a very near thing"; "a near hit by the bomb"; "she was near tears"; "she was close to tears"; "had a close call"

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Examples of "nigh" in lyrics

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

  • "Hold on deliverance is nigh"
    The Cross Movement — Catch 22
  • "Resist the devil he flees, God draws nigh"
    Knowdaverbs f/ Advocates, 1/2 Breed, Soul Snatchas — Iguanas in the Midst
  • "Taking no notice that she is so nigh,"
    William Shakespeare — Venus and Adonis

What do these rhymes mean?

ai
an agency of the United States Army responsible for providing timely and relevant and accurate and synchronized
buy
an advantageous purchase; "she got a bargain at the auction
by
so as to pass a given point; "every hour a train goes past" in reserve; not for immediate use
bye
you advance to the next round in a tournament without playing an opponent
cry
a loud utterance; often in protest or opposition

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Rhyming tips for songwriters

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

Frequently asked questions

What rhymes with nigh?
Words that rhyme with nigh include: ai, by, buy, bye, cry, bi, bligh, dry, i, y, and 152 more.
How many syllables does nigh have?
Nigh has 1 syllable.
How many words rhyme with nigh?
There are 162 words that rhyme with nigh: 162 perfect rhymes.
What is a good rhyme for nigh in a song?
The strongest rhymes for nigh in songwriting are ai, by, buy. 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 nigh?
Common, easy-to-use words that rhyme with nigh include ai, by, buy, bye, cry. These are grouped by syllable count: 0-syllable: ai, by; 1-syllable: ally, awry; 2-syllable: hereby, overfly. Matching syllable counts helps maintain consistent rhythm in your writing.

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