Words that rhyme with pretending
Pretending is a 3-syllable word with 37 perfect rhymes. The most popular rhymes are ascending, attending, blending. This word appears in songs across our database, making it a versatile choice for songwriters and poets.
Definition of pretending
- the act of giving a false appearance; "his conformity was only pretending"
2 syllables
3 syllables
4 syllables
5 syllables
Examples of "pretending" in lyrics
See how pretending is used at the end of a line in songs:
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"Blast the pop critics who think we're pretending"
1200 Techniques — Where Ur At? -
"Your rap sucks, like algae, don't act palsy walsy pretending"
7L & Esoteric — Def Rhymes -
"Awaken your eyes and put a stop to this pretending"
Black Lotus — Constantly Rising
What do these rhymes mean?
- ascending
- moving or going or growing upward; "the ascending plane"; "the ascending staircase
- attending
- the process whereby a person concentrates on some features of the environment to the (relative) exclusion of others the
- blending
- the act of blending components together thoroughly a gradation involving small or imperceptible differences between
- condescending
- (used of behavior or attitude) characteristic of those who treat others with condescension
- defending
- attempting to or designed to prevent an opponent from winning or scoring
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Rhyming tips for songwriters
When using "pretending" in your lyrics, consider mixing perfect rhymes with near rhymes (slant rhymes) for a more natural flow. Perfect rhymes like ascending, attending, blending create a satisfying resolution, while slant rhymes add variety and keep listeners engaged.
Since "pretending" 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.