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63+ Words that rhyme with ransom

Ransom is a 2-syllable word with 63 perfect rhymes. The most popular rhymes are buxom, balsam, dorsum. Two-syllable words give you rhythmic flexibility — they work as both end rhymes and internal rhymes within a line.

Definition of ransom

noun
  1. money demanded for the return of a captured person
  2. payment for the release of someone
  3. the act of freeing from captivity or punishment

2 syllables

4 syllables

5 syllables

Examples of "ransom" in lyrics

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

  • "Fight to the death, hold your team for ransom"
    7L & Esoteric f/ Apathy, Celph Titled — Yell at Us
  • "The bastard son, I hold tongues for ransom"
    7L & Esoteric f/ KARMA — Psychohistorians
  • "Do it, is the anthem that kidnapped us, hold us for ransom"
    9th Prince f/ Akir, AR.Change.L — Top Secret

What do these rhymes mean?

awesome
inspiring awe or admiration or wonder; "New York is an amazing city"; "the Grand Canyon is an awe-inspiring sight
balsam
any seed plant yielding balsam any of various fragrant oleoresins used in medicines and perfumes an ointment containing
blithesome
carefree and happy and lighthearted; "was loved for her blithe spirit"; "a merry blithesome nature
buxom
(of a woman's body) having a large bosom and pleasing curves; "Hollywood seems full of curvaceous blondes
dorsum
the posterior part of a human (or animal) body from the neck to the end of the spine

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Rhyming tips for songwriters

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

Since "ransom" 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 ransom?
Words that rhyme with ransom include: buxom, balsam, dorsum, awesome, blithesome, bothersome, burdensome, cuddlesome, cumbersome, adventuresome, and 53 more.
How many syllables does ransom have?
Ransom has 2 syllables.
How many words rhyme with ransom?
There are 63 words that rhyme with ransom: 63 perfect rhymes.
What is a good rhyme for ransom in a song?
The strongest rhymes for ransom in songwriting are buxom, balsam, dorsum. 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 ransom?
Common, easy-to-use words that rhyme with ransom include buxom, balsam, dorsum, awesome, blithesome. These are grouped by syllable count: 0-syllable: buxom, balsam; 1-syllable: awesome, blithesome; 2-syllable: abomasum, helichrysum. Matching syllable counts helps maintain consistent rhythm in your writing.

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