248+ Words that rhyme with ordain

Ordain is a 2-syllable word with 248 perfect rhymes. The most popular rhymes are dane, disdain, bane. Two-syllable words give you rhythmic flexibility — they work as both end rhymes and internal rhymes within a line.

Definition of ordain

verb
  1. order by virtue of superior authority; decree; "The King ordained the persecution and expulsion of the Jews"; "the legislature enacted this law in 1985"
  2. appoint to a clerical posts; "he was ordained in the Church"
  3. invest with ministerial or priestly authority; "The minister was ordained only last month"

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Examples of "ordain" in lyrics

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

  • "minister ordain"
    AOL — AOL
  • "list of groups that ordain"
    AOL — AOL

What do these rhymes mean?

bane
something causing misery or death; "the bane of my life"
cain
(Old Testament) Cain and Abel were the first children of Adam and Eve born after the Fall of Man
cane
a stick that people can lean on to help them walk a strong slender often flexible stem as of bamboos, reeds, rattans,
dane
a native or inhabitant of Denmark
disdain
lack of respect accompanied by a feeling of intense dislike; "he was held in contempt

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Rhyming tips for songwriters

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

Since "ordain" 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 ordain?
Words that rhyme with ordain include: dane, disdain, bane, cain, cane, blain, brain, chain, crane, arcane, and 238 more.
How many syllables does ordain have?
Ordain has 2 syllables.
How many words rhyme with ordain?
There are 248 words that rhyme with ordain: 248 perfect rhymes.
What is a good rhyme for ordain in a song?
The strongest rhymes for ordain in songwriting are dane, disdain, bane. 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 ordain?
Common, easy-to-use words that rhyme with ordain include dane, disdain, bane, cain, cane. These are grouped by syllable count: 0-syllable: dane, bane; 1-syllable: disdain, arcane; 2-syllable: ascertain, aquitaine. Matching syllable counts helps maintain consistent rhythm in your writing.

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