18+ Words that rhyme with obolus

Obolus is a 3-syllable word with 18 perfect rhymes. The most popular rhymes are embolus, libelous, libellous. Multi-syllable rhymes sound more sophisticated — they're a hallmark of skilled lyricists and create complex rhythmic patterns.

Definition of obolus

noun
  1. a Greek unit of weight equal to one tenth of a gram

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What do these rhymes mean?

embolus
an abnormal particle (e.g. an air bubble or part of a clot) circulating in the blood
libellous
(used of statements) harmful and often untrue; tending to discredit or malign
libelous
(used of statements) harmful and often untrue; tending to discredit or malign
metabolous
undergoing metamorphosis
strobilus
cone-shaped mass of ovule- or spore-bearing scales or bracts

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Rhyming tips for songwriters

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

Since "obolus" 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 obolus?
Words that rhyme with obolus include: embolus, libelous, libellous, strobilus, metabolous, ametabolous, obelus, bullous, jubilus, oebalus, and 8 more.
How many syllables does obolus have?
Obolus has 3 syllables.
How many words rhyme with obolus?
There are 18 words that rhyme with obolus: 18 perfect rhymes.
What is a good rhyme for obolus in a song?
The strongest rhymes for obolus in songwriting are embolus, libelous, libellous. 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 obolus?
Common, easy-to-use words that rhyme with obolus include embolus, libelous, libellous, strobilus, metabolous. These are grouped by syllable count: 0-syllable: bullous; 1-syllable: embolus, libelous; 2-syllable: metabolous, peribolos. Matching syllable counts helps maintain consistent rhythm in your writing.

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