71+ Words that rhyme with rejection

Rejection is a 3-syllable word with 71 perfect rhymes. The most popular rhymes are affection, complexion, correction. Multi-syllable rhymes sound more sophisticated — they're a hallmark of skilled lyricists and create complex rhythmic patterns.

Definition of rejection

noun
  1. the act of rejecting something; "his proposals were met with rejection"
  2. the state of being rejected
  3. (medicine) an immunological response that refuses to accept substances or organisms that are recognized as foreign; "rejection of the transplanted liver"

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Examples of "rejection" in lyrics

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

  • "And he rarely took a chance out of fear of rejection"
    Alexipharmic — Kings
  • "Now you got phone number over rejection"
    Atherton — No Threat
  • "Fat kids are used to rejection"
    Dark Lotus — She Was

What do these rhymes mean?

advection
(meteorology) the horizontal transfer of heat or other atmospheric properties
affection
a positive feeling of liking; "he had trouble expressing the affection he felt"; "the child won everyone's heart
complexion
the coloring of a person's face a combination that results from coupling or interlinking
correction
the act of offering an improvement to replace a mistake
direction
a line leading to a place or point; "he looked the other direction

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Rhyming tips for songwriters

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

Since "rejection" 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.

Frequently asked questions

What rhymes with rejection?
Words that rhyme with rejection include: affection, complexion, correction, direction, advection, collection, confection, connection, convection, protection, and 61 more.
How many syllables does rejection have?
Rejection has 3 syllables.
How many words rhyme with rejection?
There are 71 words that rhyme with rejection: 71 perfect rhymes.
What is a good rhyme for rejection in a song?
The strongest rhymes for rejection in songwriting are affection, complexion, correction. 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 rejection?
Common, easy-to-use words that rhyme with rejection include affection, complexion, correction, direction, advection. These are grouped by syllable count: 0-syllable: section, flexion; 1-syllable: affection, complexion; 2-syllable: circumspection, disaffection. Matching syllable counts helps maintain consistent rhythm in your writing.

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