39+ Words that rhyme with posterity

Posterity is a 4-syllable word with 39 perfect rhymes. The most popular rhymes are clarity, celerity, barbarity. Multi-syllable rhymes sound more sophisticated — they're a hallmark of skilled lyricists and create complex rhythmic patterns.

Definition of posterity

noun
  1. all of the offspring of a given progenitor; "we must secure the benefits of freedom for ourselves and our posterity"
  2. all future generations

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Examples of "posterity" in lyrics

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

  • "Of his self-love, to stop posterity?"
    William Shakespeare — Sonnet III
  • "Leaving thee living in posterity?"
    William Shakespeare — Sonnet VI
  • "Even in the eyes of all posterity"
    William Shakespeare — Sonnet LV

What do these rhymes mean?

barbarity
the quality of being shockingly cruel and inhumane a brutal barbarous savage act
celerity
a rate that is rapid
clarity
free from obscurity and easy to understand; the comprehensibility of clear expression the quality of clear water
parity
(obstetrics) the number of liveborn children a woman has delivered; "the parity of the mother must be considered
rarity
noteworthy scarcity a rarified quality

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Rhyming tips for songwriters

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

Since "posterity" 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 posterity?
Words that rhyme with posterity include: clarity, celerity, barbarity, parity, rarity, hilarity, polarity, temerity, dexterity, disparity, and 29 more.
How many syllables does posterity have?
Posterity has 4 syllables.
How many words rhyme with posterity?
There are 39 words that rhyme with posterity: 39 perfect rhymes.
What is a good rhyme for posterity in a song?
The strongest rhymes for posterity in songwriting are clarity, celerity, barbarity. 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 posterity?
Common, easy-to-use words that rhyme with posterity include clarity, celerity, barbarity, parity, rarity. These are grouped by syllable count: 0-syllable: clarity, parity; 1-syllable: celerity, barbarity; 2-syllable: solidarity, familiarity. Matching syllable counts helps maintain consistent rhythm in your writing.

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