69+ Words that rhyme with pretension

Pretension is a 3-syllable word with 69 perfect rhymes. The most popular rhymes are ascension, attention, contention. Multi-syllable rhymes sound more sophisticated — they're a hallmark of skilled lyricists and create complex rhythmic patterns.

Definition of pretension

noun
  1. a false or unsupportable quality
  2. the advancing of a claim; "his pretension to the crown"; "the town still puts forward pretensions as a famous resort"
  3. the quality of being pretentious (behaving or speaking in such a manner as to create a false appearance of great importance or worth)

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What do these rhymes mean?

apprehension
fearful expectation or anticipation; "the student looked around the examination room with apprehension" the cognitive
ascension
(Christianity) celebration of the Ascension of Christ into heaven
attention
the process whereby a person concentrates on some features of the environment to the (relative) exclusion of others the
contention
a point asserted as part of an argument a contentious speech act; a dispute where there is strong disagreement
convention
a large formal assembly; "political convention" something regarded as a normative example

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Rhyming tips for songwriters

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

Since "pretension" 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 pretension?
Words that rhyme with pretension include: ascension, attention, contention, convention, apprehension, comprehension, condescension, gentian, mention, pension, and 59 more.
How many syllables does pretension have?
Pretension has 3 syllables.
How many words rhyme with pretension?
There are 69 words that rhyme with pretension: 69 perfect rhymes.
What is a good rhyme for pretension in a song?
The strongest rhymes for pretension in songwriting are ascension, attention, contention. 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 pretension?
Common, easy-to-use words that rhyme with pretension include ascension, attention, contention, convention, apprehension. These are grouped by syllable count: 0-syllable: gentian, mention; 1-syllable: ascension, attention; 2-syllable: apprehension, comprehension. Matching syllable counts helps maintain consistent rhythm in your writing.

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