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31+ Words that rhyme with nimble

Nimble is a 2-syllable word with 31 perfect rhymes. The most popular rhymes are symbol, cymbal, timbale. Two-syllable words give you rhythmic flexibility — they work as both end rhymes and internal rhymes within a line.

Definition of nimble

adjective
  1. moving quickly and lightly; "sleek and agile as a gymnast"; "as nimble as a deer"; "nimble fingers"; "quick of foot"; "the old dog was so spry it was halfway up the stairs before we could stop it"
  2. mentally quick; "an agile mind"; "nimble wits"

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Examples of "nimble" in lyrics

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

  • "Bones do break when made so nimble"
    Atherton — Miserable December
  • "Ahhh! Quick with the trig Jack be nimble"
    Erick Onasis f/ Too $hort — Fat Gold Chain
  • "I'm shakin', I start to tremble, for Jack Me Nimble"
    Esham — Flatline

What do these rhymes mean?

amble
a leisurely walk (usually in some public place) walk leisurely
cymbal
a percussion instrument consisting of a concave brass disk
symbol
an arbitrary sign (written or printed) that has acquired a conventional significance something visible that by
timbale
individual serving of minced e.g. meat or fish in a rich creamy sauce baked in a small pastry mold or timbale shell
umbel
flat-topped or rounded inflorescence characteristic of the family Umbelliferae in which the individual flower stalks

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Rhyming tips for songwriters

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

Since "nimble" 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 nimble?
Words that rhyme with nimble include: symbol, cymbal, timbale, amble, umbel, fumble, gamble, gambol, humble, jumble, and 21 more.
How many syllables does nimble have?
Nimble has 2 syllables.
How many words rhyme with nimble?
There are 31 words that rhyme with nimble: 31 perfect rhymes.
What is a good rhyme for nimble in a song?
The strongest rhymes for nimble in songwriting are symbol, cymbal, timbale. 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 nimble?
Common, easy-to-use words that rhyme with nimble include symbol, cymbal, timbale, amble, umbel. These are grouped by syllable count: 0-syllable: beall; 1-syllable: symbol, cymbal; 2-syllable: timbale, assemble. Matching syllable counts helps maintain consistent rhythm in your writing.

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