253+ Words that rhyme with obtain

Obtain is a 2-syllable word with 253 perfect rhymes. The most popular rhymes are butane, contain, maintain. Two-syllable words give you rhythmic flexibility — they work as both end rhymes and internal rhymes within a line.

Definition of obtain

verb
  1. come into possession of; "How did you obtain the visa?"
  2. receive a specified treatment (abstract); "These aspects of civilization do not find expression or receive an interpretation"; "His movie received a good review"; "I got nothing but trouble for my good intentions"
  3. be valid, applicable, or true; "This theory still holds"

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Examples of "obtain" in lyrics

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

  • "You have to maintain, to obtain"
    9th Prince f/ Beretta 9, Boy Jones — Double 09
  • "Same broken dreams and many always failed to obtain"
    Bronze Nazareth — Michigan Rain
  • "As I awoke from dreams of a real life which I couldn't seem to obtain"
    Chino XL — Poison Pen

What do these rhymes mean?

ascertain
establish after a calculation, investigation, experiment, survey, or study; "find the product of two numbers
butane
occurs in natural gas; used in the manufacture of rubber and fuels
contain
include or contain; have as a component; "A totally new idea is comprised in this paper
detain
deprive of freedom; take into confinement stop or halt; "Please stay the bloodshed!" cause to be slowed down or delayed
maintain
keep in a certain state, position, or activity; e.g., "keep clean"; "hold in place

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Rhyming tips for songwriters

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

Since "obtain" 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 obtain?
Words that rhyme with obtain include: butane, contain, maintain, ascertain, detain, brain, attain, aquitaine, bane, cain, and 243 more.
How many syllables does obtain have?
Obtain has 2 syllables.
How many words rhyme with obtain?
There are 253 words that rhyme with obtain: 253 perfect rhymes.
What is a good rhyme for obtain in a song?
The strongest rhymes for obtain in songwriting are butane, contain, maintain. 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 obtain?
Common, easy-to-use words that rhyme with obtain include butane, contain, maintain, ascertain, detain. These are grouped by syllable count: 0-syllable: brain, bane; 1-syllable: butane, contain; 2-syllable: ascertain, aquitaine. Matching syllable counts helps maintain consistent rhythm in your writing.

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