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728+ Words that rhyme with palpitation

Palpitation is a 4-syllable word with 500 perfect rhymes. The most popular rhymes are cetacean, citation, agitation. Multi-syllable rhymes sound more sophisticated — they're a hallmark of skilled lyricists and create complex rhythmic patterns.

Definition of palpitation

noun
  1. a rapid and irregular heart beat
  2. a shaky motion; "the shaking of his fingers as he lit his pipe"

2 syllables

4 syllables

5 syllables

Examples of "palpitation" in lyrics

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

  • "Why? I'm into the pulse like a palpitation"
    Kardinal Offishall f/ Estelle — Kaysarasara
  • "right upper quadrant abdominal pain with palpitation"
    AOL — AOL
  • "chest is anticimated with bibasilar palpitation"
    AOL — AOL

What do these rhymes mean?

adaptation
a written work (as a novel) that has been recast in a new form
agitation
a mental state of extreme emotional disturbance a state of agitation or turbulent change or development
amputation
a condition of disability resulting from the loss of one or more limbs a surgical removal of all or part of a limb
cetacean
of or relating to whales and dolphins etc large aquatic carnivorous mammal with fin-like forelimbs no hind limbs,
citation
an official award (as for bravery or service) usually given as formal public statement (law) the act of citing (as of

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Rhyming tips for songwriters

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

Since "palpitation" has 4 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 palpitation?
Words that rhyme with palpitation include: cetacean, citation, agitation, adaptation, amputation, annotation, cogitation, affectation, computation, connotation, and 490 more.
How many syllables does palpitation have?
Palpitation has 4 syllables.
How many words rhyme with palpitation?
There are 728 words that rhyme with palpitation: 500 perfect rhymes.
What is a good rhyme for palpitation in a song?
The strongest rhymes for palpitation in songwriting are cetacean, citation, agitation. 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 palpitation?
Common, easy-to-use words that rhyme with palpitation include cetacean, citation, agitation, adaptation, amputation. These are grouped by syllable count: 0-syllable: creation, nation; 1-syllable: cetacean, citation; 2-syllable: agitation, adaptation. Matching syllable counts helps maintain consistent rhythm in your writing.

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