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195+ Words that rhyme with obsession

Obsession is a 3-syllable word with 195 perfect rhymes. The most popular rhymes are cession, aggression, concession. Multi-syllable rhymes sound more sophisticated — they're a hallmark of skilled lyricists and create complex rhythmic patterns.

Definition of obsession

noun
  1. an irrational motive for performing trivial or repetitive actions, even against your will; "her compulsion to wash her hands repeatedly"
  2. an unhealthy and compulsive preoccupation with something or someone

2 syllables

Examples of "obsession" in lyrics

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

  • "Nothin they can do to have prevented this obsession"
    Bubba Sparxxx — Comin' Round
  • "she called it Obsession"
    Cannibal Ox — The F Word
  • "Dysfunctional like the Jackson's, death is my obsession"
    Chino XL — Deliver

What do these rhymes mean?

aggression
a disposition to behave aggressively a feeling of hostility that arouses thoughts of attack violent action that is
cession
the act of ceding
compression
an increase in the density of something the process or result of becoming smaller or pressed together
concession
a contract granting the right to operate a subsidiary business
confession
an admission of misdeeds or faults a written document acknowledging an offense and signed by the guilty party (Roman

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Rhyming tips for songwriters

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

Since "obsession" 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 obsession?
Words that rhyme with obsession include: cession, aggression, concession, confession, compression, session, discretion, impression, possession, profession, and 185 more.
How many syllables does obsession have?
Obsession has 3 syllables.
How many words rhyme with obsession?
There are 195 words that rhyme with obsession: 195 perfect rhymes.
What is a good rhyme for obsession in a song?
The strongest rhymes for obsession in songwriting are cession, aggression, concession. 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 obsession?
Common, easy-to-use words that rhyme with obsession include cession, aggression, concession, confession, compression. These are grouped by syllable count: 0-syllable: cession, session; 1-syllable: aggression, concession; 2-syllable: decompression, indiscretion. Matching syllable counts helps maintain consistent rhythm in your writing.

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