Words that rhyme with previous

Previous is a 2-syllable word with 13 perfect rhymes. The most popular rhymes are devious, envious, impervious. This word appears in songs across our database, making it a versatile choice for songwriters and poets.

Definition of previous

adjective
  1. just preceding something else in time or order; "the previous owner"; "my old house was larger"
  2. (used especially of persons) of the immediate past; "the former president"; "our late President is still very active"; "the previous occupant of the White House"
  3. too soon or too hasty; "our condemnation of him was a bit previous"; "a premature judgment"

Examples of "previous" in lyrics

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

  • "judges upheld the previous"
    2 Live Crew — Banned in the U.S.A.
  • "Sometimes the main ingredient used in ploy confirming what was stated previous"
    Bahamadia — Beautiful Things
  • "Girls don't trust me because of my previous"
    Charizma & Peanut Butter Wolf — Devotion

What do these rhymes mean?

devious
indirect in departing from the accepted or proper way; misleading; "used devious means to achieve success
envious
showing extreme cupidity; painfully desirous of another's advantages; "he was never covetous before he met her
impervious
not admitting of passage or capable of being affected; "a material impervious to water
lascivious
driven by lust; preoccupied with or exhibiting lustful desires; "libidinous orgies"
oblivious
(followed by `to' or `of') lacking conscious awareness of; "oblivious of the mounting pressures for political reform

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Rhyming tips for songwriters

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

Since "previous" has 2 syllables, try matching it with words of similar length for a balanced meter. Multi-syllable rhymes often sound more sophisticated than single-syllable pairs.

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