66+ Words that rhyme with opossum

Opossum is a 3-syllable word with 66 perfect rhymes. The most popular rhymes are awesome, blossom, some. Multi-syllable rhymes sound more sophisticated — they're a hallmark of skilled lyricists and create complex rhythmic patterns.

Definition of opossum

noun
  1. small furry Australian arboreal marsupials having long usually prehensile tails
  2. nocturnal arboreal marsupial having a naked prehensile tail found from southern North America to northern South America

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Examples of "opossum" in lyrics

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

  • "You have no options, Honestly awesome, He aint playin opossum"
    Holocaust & American Poets 2099 f/ Dungeon Masta, Judah Priest, Storm Da Ghetto Mutant — Fancy Boxing
  • "L'acoste alligators chasing an opossum....."
    MC Paul Barman — I'm Frickin' Awesome
  • "muskrat vs opossum"
    AOL — AOL

What do these rhymes mean?

awesome
inspiring awe or admiration or wonder; "New York is an amazing city"; "the Grand Canyon is an awe-inspiring sight
blossom
reproductive organ of angiosperm plants especially one having showy or colorful parts the period of greatest prosperity
buxom
(of a woman's body) having a large bosom and pleasing curves; "Hollywood seems full of curvaceous blondes
possum
nocturnal arboreal marsupial having a naked prehensile tail found from southern North America to northern South America
some
(of quantities) imprecise but fairly close to correct; "lasted approximately an hour"; "in just about a minute

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Rhyming tips for songwriters

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

Since "opossum" 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 opossum?
Words that rhyme with opossum include: awesome, blossom, some, possum, buxom, balsam, dorsum, gypsum, hansom, jetsam, and 56 more.
How many syllables does opossum have?
Opossum has 3 syllables.
How many words rhyme with opossum?
There are 66 words that rhyme with opossum: 66 perfect rhymes.
What is a good rhyme for opossum in a song?
The strongest rhymes for opossum in songwriting are awesome, blossom, some. 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 opossum?
Common, easy-to-use words that rhyme with opossum include awesome, blossom, some, possum, buxom. These are grouped by syllable count: 0-syllable: some; 1-syllable: blossom, possum; 2-syllable: awesome, alyssum. Matching syllable counts helps maintain consistent rhythm in your writing.

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