300+ Words that rhyme with painfully

Painfully is a 3-syllable word with 300 perfect rhymes. The most popular rhymes are actually, adjectivally, alee. This word appears in songs across our database, making it a versatile choice for songwriters and poets.

Definition of painfully

adverb
  1. unpleasantly; "his ignorance was painfully obvious"
  2. in or as if in pain; "she moved painfully forward"; "sorely wounded"

1 syllable

Examples of "painfully" in lyrics

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  • "Managin' a smile while he spoke so painfully"
    Soul Position — Look of Pain

What do these rhymes mean?

actually
in actual fact; "to be nominally but not actually independent"; "no one actually saw the shark
adjectivally
as an adjective; in an adjectival manner
alee
on or toward the lee; "put the helm alee"
artfully
in an artful manner; "her foot pointed artfully toward tapering toes" in a disingenuous manner
artificially
not according to nature; not by natural means; "artificially induced conditions"

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Rhyming tips for songwriters

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

Since "painfully" 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 painfully?
Words that rhyme with painfully include: actually, adjectivally, alee, artfully, artificially, asexually, balefully, bashfully, beneficially, blissfully, and 290 more.
How many syllables does painfully have?
Painfully has 3 syllables.
How many words rhyme with painfully?
There are 300 words that rhyme with painfully: 300 perfect rhymes.

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