Words that rhyme with provide

Provide is a 2-syllable word with 90 perfect rhymes. The most popular rhymes are abide, allied, alongside. This word appears in songs across our database, making it a versatile choice for songwriters and poets.

Definition of provide

verb
  1. give something useful or necessary to; "We provided the room with an electrical heater"
  2. give what is desired or needed, especially support, food or sustenance; "The hostess provided lunch for all the guests"
  3. determine (what is to happen in certain contingencies), especially by including a proviso condition or stipulation; "The will provides that each child should receive half of the money"; "The Constitution provides for the right to free speech"

Examples of "provide" in lyrics

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

  • "Out to burn, rackin paints by the sack to provide"
    Artifacts — Return to Da Wrongside
  • "He's in a bind, he has to provide"
    Asher Roth f/ Miguel — His Dream
  • "They call us useless eaters for whom the Earth cannot provide"
    Assassin and Poor Righteous Teachers — Wake Up! (Reveillez-Vous !)

What do these rhymes mean?

abide
dwell; "You can stay with me while you are in town
allied
related by common characteristics or ancestry; "allied species
alongside
side by side; "anchored close aboard another ship"
applied
concerned with concrete problems or data rather than with fundamental principles; "applied physics
aside
on or to one side; "step aside"; "stood aside to let him pass"; "threw the book aside

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Rhyming tips for songwriters

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

Since "provide" 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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