Words that rhyme with ragged

Ragged is a 2-syllable word with 31 perfect rhymes. The most popular rhymes are aided, awaited, bated. This word appears in songs across our database, making it a versatile choice for songwriters and poets.

Definition of ragged

adjective
  1. being or dressed in clothes that are worn or torn; "clothes as ragged as a scarecrow's"; "a ragged tramp"
  2. worn out from stress or strain; "run ragged"
  3. having an irregular outline; "text set with ragged right margins"; "herded the class into a ragged line"

Examples of "ragged" in lyrics

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

  • "A green Volkswagen had the nerve to blast ragged"
    J-Live — Great Live Caper

What do these rhymes mean?

aided
having help; often used as a combining form
awaited
expected hopefully
bated
diminished or moderated; "our bated enthusiasm"; "his bated hopes"
bedded
deposited or arranged in horizontal layers; "stratified rock" having a bed or beds as specified
belated
after the expected or usual time; delayed; "a belated birthday card"; "I'm late for the plane"; "the train is late

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Rhyming tips for songwriters

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

Since "ragged" 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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