21+ Words that rhyme with provoking
Provoking is a 3-syllable word with 21 perfect rhymes. The most popular rhymes are choking, croaking, joking. This word appears in songs across our database, making it a versatile choice for songwriters and poets.
Definition of provoking
- adjective
- causing or tending to cause anger or resentment; "a provoking delay at the airport"
2 syllables
3 syllables
4 syllables
Examples of "provoking" in lyrics
See how provoking is used at the end of a line in songs:
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"My lyrics revolting but thoughts provoking"
Chino XL — 90 Bars of Intervention -
"Sneaky green slow flow, thought provoking"
Dilated Peoples — Guaranteed -
"Using logic incorporating projects with folks provoking"
Eligh — Positive Dreams
What do these rhymes mean?
- choking
- a condition caused by blocking the airways to the lungs (as with food or swelling of the larynx) the act of suffocating
- croaking
- a harsh hoarse utterance (as of a frog)
- joking
- characterized by jokes and good humor
- knocking
- the sound of knocking (as on a door or in an engine or bearing); "the knocking grew louder"
- poking
- a sharp hand gesture (resembling a blow); "he warned me with a jab with his finger
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Rhyming tips for songwriters
When using "provoking" in your lyrics, consider mixing perfect rhymes with near rhymes (slant rhymes) for a more natural flow. Perfect rhymes like choking, croaking, joking create a satisfying resolution, while slant rhymes add variety and keep listeners engaged.
Since "provoking" 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.