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80+ Words that rhyme with paraphrase

Paraphrase is a 3-syllable word with 80 perfect rhymes. The most popular rhymes are faze, gaze, haze. Multi-syllable rhymes sound more sophisticated — they're a hallmark of skilled lyricists and create complex rhythmic patterns.

Definition of paraphrase

noun
  1. rewording for the purpose of clarification
verb
  1. express the same message in different words

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Examples of "paraphrase" in lyrics

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

  • "elizabeth barrett browning sonnet 43 paraphrase"
    AOL — AOL
  • "julius caesar paraphrase"
    AOL — AOL
  • "canterbury tales the squire's tale paraphrase"
    AOL — AOL

What do these rhymes mean?

faze
disturb the composure of
gaze
a long fixed look; "he fixed his paternal gaze on me" look at with fixed eyes
haze
atmospheric moisture or dust or smoke that causes reduced visibility confusion characterized by lack of clarity become
maze
complex system of paths or tunnels in which it is easy to get lost something jumbled or confused
rase
tear down so as to make flat with the ground; "The building was levelled"

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Rhyming tips for songwriters

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

Since "paraphrase" 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 paraphrase?
Words that rhyme with paraphrase include: faze, gaze, haze, maze, rase, raze, ways, glaze, graze, hayes, and 70 more.
How many syllables does paraphrase have?
Paraphrase has 3 syllables.
How many words rhyme with paraphrase?
There are 80 words that rhyme with paraphrase: 80 perfect rhymes.
What is a good rhyme for paraphrase in a song?
The strongest rhymes for paraphrase in songwriting are faze, gaze, haze. 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 paraphrase?
Common, easy-to-use words that rhyme with paraphrase include faze, gaze, haze, maze, rase. These are grouped by syllable count: 0-syllable: faze, gaze; 1-syllable: malaise, appraise; 2-syllable: overpraise, chrysoprase. Matching syllable counts helps maintain consistent rhythm in your writing.

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