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31+ Words that rhyme with ragged

Ragged is a 2-syllable word with 31 perfect rhymes. The most popular rhymes are barelegged, aided, bated. Two-syllable words give you rhythmic flexibility — they work as both end rhymes and internal rhymes within a line.

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"

2 syllables

3 syllables

4 syllables

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
barelegged
having the legs uncovered by clothing; "barelegged children on the beach"
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
dated
marked by features of the immediate and usually discounted past

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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 barelegged, aided, 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.

Frequently asked questions

What rhymes with ragged?
Words that rhyme with ragged include: barelegged, aided, bated, dated, bedded, dogged, jagged, legged, rugged, awaited, and 21 more.
How many syllables does ragged have?
Ragged has 2 syllables.
How many words rhyme with ragged?
There are 31 words that rhyme with ragged: 31 perfect rhymes.
What is a good rhyme for ragged in a song?
The strongest rhymes for ragged in songwriting are barelegged, aided, bated. 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 ragged?
Common, easy-to-use words that rhyme with ragged include barelegged, aided, bated, dated, bedded. These are grouped by syllable count: 0-syllable: aided, bated; 1-syllable: awaited, belated; 2-syllable: barelegged, unsugared. Matching syllable counts helps maintain consistent rhythm in your writing.

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