31+ Words that rhyme with obedient

Obedient is a 3-syllable word with 31 perfect rhymes. The most popular rhymes are expedient, disobedient, mediant. Multi-syllable rhymes sound more sophisticated — they're a hallmark of skilled lyricists and create complex rhythmic patterns.

Definition of obedient

adjective
  1. dutifully complying with the commands or instructions of those in authority; "an obedient soldier"; "obedient children"; "a little man obedient to his wife"; "the obedient colonies...are heavily taxed; the refractory remain unburdened"- Edmund Burke

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Examples of "obedient" in lyrics

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

  • "Circultaing seediness validated by leadership whoses primary motive is to make the public more obedient"
    Bahamadia — Beautiful Things
  • "The homies are down and the girls are obedient"
    Bloods & Crips — Piru Love
  • "Superior, all soldiers are obedient"
    Group Home f/ Guru — The Legacy

What do these rhymes mean?

ambient
completely enveloping; "the ambient air"; "ambient sound"; "the ambient temperature"
disobedient
not obeying or complying with commands of those in authority; "disobedient children" unwilling to submit to authority
expedient
serving to promote your interest; "was merciful only when mercy was expedient" appropriate to a purpose; practical
ingredient
a component of a mixture or compound an abstract part of something; "jealousy was a component of his character
mediant
(music) the third note of a diatonic scale; midway between the tonic and the dominant

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Rhyming tips for songwriters

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

Since "obedient" 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 obedient?
Words that rhyme with obedient include: expedient, disobedient, mediant, ingredient, ambient, deviant, lenient, radiant, sapient, faineant, and 21 more.
How many syllables does obedient have?
Obedient has 3 syllables.
How many words rhyme with obedient?
There are 31 words that rhyme with obedient: 31 perfect rhymes.
What is a good rhyme for obedient in a song?
The strongest rhymes for obedient in songwriting are expedient, disobedient, mediant. 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 obedient?
Common, easy-to-use words that rhyme with obedient include expedient, disobedient, mediant, ingredient, ambient. These are grouped by syllable count: 0-syllable: mediant, ambient; 1-syllable: expedient, ingredient; 2-syllable: disobedient, inexpedient. Matching syllable counts helps maintain consistent rhythm in your writing.

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