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268+ Words that rhyme with preposterous

Preposterous is a 4-syllable word with 268 perfect rhymes. The most popular rhymes are bosporus, arras, cyrus. Multi-syllable rhymes sound more sophisticated — they're a hallmark of skilled lyricists and create complex rhythmic patterns.

Definition of preposterous

adjective
  1. incongruous;inviting ridicule; "the absurd excuse that the dog ate his homework"; "that's a cockeyed idea"; "ask a nonsensical question and get a nonsensical answer"; "a contribution so small as to be laughable"; "it is ludicrous to call a cottage a mansion"; "a preposterous attempt to turn back the pages of history"; "her conceited assumption of universal interest in her rather dull children was ridiculous"

6 syllables

Examples of "preposterous" in lyrics

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

  • "My thoughts run the gamut from outstandin to preposterous"
    Cannibal Ox f/ Alaska, Cryptic — Atom
  • "Every song you offer is monstrously preposterous"
    Dan-e-o f/ Spidahman — Raw is War
  • "This is preposterous"
    dead prez — Together

What do these rhymes mean?

arras
a wall hanging of heavy handwoven fabric with pictorial designs
bosporus
a strait connecting the Mediterranean and the Black Sea; separates the European and Asian parts of Turkey
cyrus
Persian prince who was defeated in battle by his brother Artaxerxes II (424-401 BC)
gyrus
a convex fold or elevation in the surface of the brain
horus
Egyptian solar god with the head of a falcon; the son of Osiris and Isis

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Rhyming tips for songwriters

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

Since "preposterous" 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 preposterous?
Words that rhyme with preposterous include: bosporus, arras, cyrus, gyrus, horus, sorus, torus, varus, chorus, cirrus, and 258 more.
How many syllables does preposterous have?
Preposterous has 4 syllables.
How many words rhyme with preposterous?
There are 268 words that rhyme with preposterous: 268 perfect rhymes.
What is a good rhyme for preposterous in a song?
The strongest rhymes for preposterous in songwriting are bosporus, arras, cyrus. 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 preposterous?
Common, easy-to-use words that rhyme with preposterous include bosporus, arras, cyrus, gyrus, horus. These are grouped by syllable count: 0-syllable: arras, cyrus; 1-syllable: bosporus, icarus; 2-syllable: epicurus, echovirus. Matching syllable counts helps maintain consistent rhythm in your writing.

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