Words that rhyme with petulant

Petulant is a 3-syllable word with 85 perfect rhymes. The most popular rhymes are ambivalent, ambulant, anticoagulant. This word appears in songs across our database, making it a versatile choice for songwriters and poets.

Definition of petulant

adjective
  1. easily irritated or annoyed; "an incorrigibly fractious young man"; "not the least nettlesome of his countrymen"

Examples of "petulant" in lyrics

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  • "Is petulant"
    Grits — Millenium

What do these rhymes mean?

ambivalent
uncertain or unable to decide about what course to follow; "was ambivalent about having children"
ambulant
able to walk about; "the patient is ambulatory"
anticoagulant
medicine that prevents or retards the clotting of blood
appellant
of or relating to or taking account of appeals (usually legal appeals)
assailant
someone who attacks

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Rhyming tips for songwriters

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

Since "petulant" 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.

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