103+ Words that rhyme with ominous

Ominous is a 3-syllable word with 103 perfect rhymes. The most popular rhymes are onus, bonus, tonus. Multi-syllable rhymes sound more sophisticated — they're a hallmark of skilled lyricists and create complex rhythmic patterns.

Definition of ominous

adjective
  1. threatening or foreshadowing evil or tragic developments; "a baleful look"; "forbidding thunderclouds"; "his tone became menacing"; "ominous rumblings of discontent"; "sinister storm clouds"; "a sinister smile"; "his threatening behavior"; "ugly black clouds"; "the situation became ugly"
  2. presaging ill fortune; "ill omens"; "ill predictions"; "my words with inauspicious thunderings shook heaven"- P.B.Shelley; "a dead and ominous silence prevailed"; "a by- election at a time highly unpropitious for the Government"

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Examples of "ominous" in lyrics

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

  • "There is something about his demeanor that's ominous"
    Buck 65 — Riverbed 3
  • "Please see to your behavior. Tonedeff is ominous"
    Extended Famm — The Evils That Pens Do
  • "Turning it out, my presence is ominous"
    Hieroglyphics — Pep Love

What do these rhymes mean?

acinus
one of the small drupes making up an aggregate or multiple fruit like a blackberry one of the small sacs or saclike
bonus
anything that tends to arouse; "his approval was an added fillip" an additional payment (or other remuneration) to
clonus
convulsion characterized by alternating contractions and relaxations
onus
an onerous or difficult concern; "the burden of responsibility"; "that's a load off my mind"
tonus
the elastic tension of living muscles, arteries, etc. that facilitate response to stimuli

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Rhyming tips for songwriters

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

Since "ominous" 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 ominous?
Words that rhyme with ominous include: onus, bonus, tonus, acinus, clonus, senesce, baroness, dampness, deepness, drabness, and 93 more.
How many syllables does ominous have?
Ominous has 3 syllables.
How many words rhyme with ominous?
There are 103 words that rhyme with ominous: 103 perfect rhymes.
What is a good rhyme for ominous in a song?
The strongest rhymes for ominous in songwriting are onus, bonus, tonus. 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 ominous?
Common, easy-to-use words that rhyme with ominous include onus, bonus, tonus, acinus, clonus. These are grouped by syllable count: 0-syllable: onus, bonus; 1-syllable: acinus, baroness; 2-syllable: aluminous, erogenous. Matching syllable counts helps maintain consistent rhythm in your writing.

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