146+ Words that rhyme with precipitous

Precipitous is a 4-syllable word with 146 perfect rhymes. The most popular rhymes are serendipitous, cetus, ictus. Multi-syllable rhymes sound more sophisticated — they're a hallmark of skilled lyricists and create complex rhythmic patterns.

Definition of precipitous

adjective
  1. done with very great haste and without due deliberation; "hasty marriage seldom proveth well"- Shakespeare; "hasty makeshifts take the place of planning"- Arthur Geddes; "rejected what was regarded as an overhasty plan for reconversion"; "wondered whether they had been rather precipitate in deposing the king"
  2. extremely steep; "an abrupt canyon"; "the precipitous rapids of the upper river"; "the precipitous hills of Chinese paintings"; "a sharp drop"

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What do these rhymes mean?

cetus
a large constellation on the equator near Pisces and Aquarius
ictus
a sudden occurrence (or recurrence) of a disease; "he suffered an epileptic seizure"
lotus
native to eastern Asia; widely cultivated for its large pink or white flowers annual or perennial herbs or subshrubs
serendipitous
lucky in making unexpected and fortunate discoveries
titus
a Greek disciple and helper of Saint Paul Emperor of Rome

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Rhyming tips for songwriters

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

Since "precipitous" 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 precipitous?
Words that rhyme with precipitous include: serendipitous, cetus, ictus, lotus, titus, vitus, brutus, cactus, coitus, flatus, and 136 more.
How many syllables does precipitous have?
Precipitous has 4 syllables.
How many words rhyme with precipitous?
There are 146 words that rhyme with precipitous: 146 perfect rhymes.
What is a good rhyme for precipitous in a song?
The strongest rhymes for precipitous in songwriting are serendipitous, cetus, ictus. 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 precipitous?
Common, easy-to-use words that rhyme with precipitous include serendipitous, cetus, ictus, lotus, titus. These are grouped by syllable count: 0-syllable: cetus, ictus; 1-syllable: iritis, otitis; 2-syllable: emeritus, ovaritis. Matching syllable counts helps maintain consistent rhythm in your writing.

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