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189+ Words that rhyme with precaution

Precaution is a 3-syllable word with 189 perfect rhymes. The most popular rhymes are caution, abortion, ashen. Multi-syllable rhymes sound more sophisticated — they're a hallmark of skilled lyricists and create complex rhythmic patterns.

Definition of precaution

noun
  1. a precautionary measure warding off impending danger or damage or injury etc.; "he put an ice pack on the injury as a precaution"; "an insurance policy is a good safeguard"; "we let our guard down"
  2. the trait of practicing caution in advance
  3. judiciousness in avoiding harm or danger; "he exercised caution in opening the door"; "he handled the vase with care"

2 syllables

Examples of "precaution" in lyrics

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

  • "However, sometimes you can take too much precaution"
    Afroman — Just My Paranoia
  • "Gotta take precaution"
    Benzino f/ Fatal Hussein — Redemption (Rosary)
  • "This might be dangerous, so please proceed with precaution"
    Boogiemonsters — Mark of the Beast II (R.S.V.)

What do these rhymes mean?

abortion
termination of pregnancy failure of a plan
ashen
anemic looking from illness or emotion; "a face turned ashen"; "the invalid's blanched cheeks
caution
the trait of being cautious; being attentive to possible danger; "a man of caution" a warning against certain acts
lotion
any of various cosmetic preparations that are applied to the skin liquid preparation having a soothing or antiseptic or
ocean
a large body of water constituting a principal part of the hydrosphere anything apparently limitless in quantity or

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Rhyming tips for songwriters

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

Since "precaution" 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 precaution?
Words that rhyme with precaution include: caution, abortion, ashen, ocean, lotion, motion, notion, potion, ration, cession, and 179 more.
How many syllables does precaution have?
Precaution has 3 syllables.
How many words rhyme with precaution?
There are 189 words that rhyme with precaution: 189 perfect rhymes.
What is a good rhyme for precaution in a song?
The strongest rhymes for precaution in songwriting are caution, abortion, ashen. 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 precaution?
Common, easy-to-use words that rhyme with precaution include caution, abortion, ashen, ocean, lotion. These are grouped by syllable count: 0-syllable: caution, ashen; 1-syllable: abortion, elution; 2-syllable: elocution, evolution. Matching syllable counts helps maintain consistent rhythm in your writing.

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