266+ Words that rhyme with ordinance

Ordinance is a 3-syllable word with 266 perfect rhymes. The most popular rhymes are assonance, dominance, consonance. Multi-syllable rhymes sound more sophisticated — they're a hallmark of skilled lyricists and create complex rhythmic patterns.

Definition of ordinance

noun
  1. an authoritative rule
  2. a statute enacted by a city government
  3. the act of ordaining; the act of conferring (or receiving) holy orders; "the rabbi's family was present for his ordination"

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Examples of "ordinance" in lyrics

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

  • "Eon, sale or performance, in any ordinance"
    The High and Mighty f/ Mos Def, Mad Skillz — B-Boy Document 99
  • "maricopa county zoning ordinance 501.2"
    AOL — AOL
  • "northwest ordinance"
    AOL — AOL

What do these rhymes mean?

assonance
the repetition of similar vowels in the stressed syllables of successive words
consonance
the repetition of consonants (or consonant patterns) especially at the ends of words the property of sounding harmonious
continence
the exercise of self constraint in sexual matters voluntary control over urinary and fecal discharge
dissonance
a conflict of people's opinions or actions or characters the auditory experience of sound that lacks musical quality
dominance
superior development of one side of the body the state that exists when one person or group has power over another

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Rhyming tips for songwriters

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

Since "ordinance" 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 ordinance?
Words that rhyme with ordinance include: assonance, dominance, consonance, continence, dissonance, countenance, cadence, abeyance, abidance, alliance, and 256 more.
How many syllables does ordinance have?
Ordinance has 3 syllables.
How many words rhyme with ordinance?
There are 266 words that rhyme with ordinance: 266 perfect rhymes.
What is a good rhyme for ordinance in a song?
The strongest rhymes for ordinance in songwriting are assonance, dominance, consonance. 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 ordinance?
Common, easy-to-use words that rhyme with ordinance include assonance, dominance, consonance, continence, dissonance. These are grouped by syllable count: 0-syllable: science, creance; 1-syllable: cadence, abeyance; 2-syllable: assonance, dominance. Matching syllable counts helps maintain consistent rhythm in your writing.

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