748+ Words that rhyme with respiration

Respiration is a 4-syllable word with 500 perfect rhymes. The most popular rhymes are adoration, aberration, admiration. Multi-syllable rhymes sound more sophisticated — they're a hallmark of skilled lyricists and create complex rhythmic patterns.

Definition of respiration

noun
  1. the metabolic processes whereby certain organisms obtain energy from organic molecules; processes that take place in the cells and tissues during which energy is released and carbon dioxide is produced and absorbed by the blood to be transported to the lungs
  2. a single complete act of breathing in and out; "thirty respirations per minute"
  3. the bodily process of inhalation and exhalation; the process of taking in oxygen from inhaled air and releasing carbon dioxide by exhalation

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Examples of "respiration" in lyrics

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

  • "aerobic respiration"
    AOL — AOL
  • "aerobic cellular respiration"
    AOL — AOL
  • "aerobic vs anaerobic respiration"
    AOL — AOL

What do these rhymes mean?

aberration
a state or condition markedly different from the norm a disorder in one's mental state an optical phenomenon resulting
admiration
a feeling of delighted approval and liking the feeling aroused by something strange and surprising a favorable judgment
adoration
a feeling of profound love and admiration the act of admiring strongly the worship given to God alone
alteration
an event that occurs when something passes from one state or phase to another
aspiration
a will to succeed a cherished desire; "his ambition is to own his own business" a manner of articulation involving an

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Rhyming tips for songwriters

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

Since "respiration" has 4 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 respiration?
Words that rhyme with respiration include: adoration, aberration, admiration, alteration, aspiration, castration, coloration, decoration, arbitration, calibration, and 490 more.
How many syllables does respiration have?
Respiration has 4 syllables.
How many words rhyme with respiration?
There are 748 words that rhyme with respiration: 500 perfect rhymes.
What is a good rhyme for respiration in a song?
The strongest rhymes for respiration in songwriting are adoration, aberration, admiration. 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 respiration?
Common, easy-to-use words that rhyme with respiration include adoration, aberration, admiration, alteration, aspiration. These are grouped by syllable count: 0-syllable: creation, nation; 1-syllable: castration, duration; 2-syllable: adoration, aberration. Matching syllable counts helps maintain consistent rhythm in your writing.

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