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19+ Words that rhyme with resolve

Resolve is a 2-syllable word with 19 perfect rhymes. The most popular rhymes are absolve, evolve, devolve. Two-syllable words give you rhythmic flexibility — they work as both end rhymes and internal rhymes within a line.

Definition of resolve

noun
  1. the trait of being resolute; "his resoluteness carried him through the battle"; "it was his unshakeable resolution to finish the work"
  2. a formal expression by a meeting; agreed to by a vote
verb
  1. bring to an end; settle conclusively; "The case was decided"; "The judge decided the case in favor of the plaintiff"; "The father adjudicated when the sons were quarreling over their inheritance"

1 syllable

2 syllables

3 syllables

Examples of "resolve" in lyrics

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

  • "For some problem we couldn't resolve"
    Brownside — So Ruff
  • "Materials of faith and our culture when Christians resolve"
    Da T.R.U.T.H. — On Duty
  • "And because that becomes your focus and your soulful resolve"
    (Declaime) — Inversion

What do these rhymes mean?

absolve
grant remission of a sin to; "The priest absolved him and told him to say ten Hail Mary's" let off the hook
devolve
pass on or delegate to another; "The representative devolved his duties to his aides while he was in the hospital" be
dissolve
(film) a gradual transition from one scene to the next
evolve
work out; "We have developed a new theory of evolution" undergo development or evolution
involve
connect closely and often incriminatingly; "This new ruling affects your business" engage as a participant

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Rhyming tips for songwriters

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

Since "resolve" 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 resolve?
Words that rhyme with resolve include: absolve, evolve, devolve, dissolve, involve, solve, revolve, convolve, delve, helve, and 9 more.
How many syllables does resolve have?
Resolve has 2 syllables.
How many words rhyme with resolve?
There are 19 words that rhyme with resolve: 19 perfect rhymes.
What is a good rhyme for resolve in a song?
The strongest rhymes for resolve in songwriting are absolve, evolve, devolve. 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 resolve?
Common, easy-to-use words that rhyme with resolve include absolve, evolve, devolve, dissolve, involve. These are grouped by syllable count: 0-syllable: solve, delve; 1-syllable: absolve, evolve; 2-syllable: univalve, multivalve. Matching syllable counts helps maintain consistent rhythm in your writing.

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