126+ Words that rhyme with rest

Rest is a 1-syllable word with 126 perfect rhymes. The most popular rhymes are chest, best, vest. Single-syllable words are the backbone of rap and poetry — they punch hard at line endings and pair easily with other one-syllable rhymes.

Definition of rest

noun
  1. something left after other parts have been taken away; "there was no remainder"; "he threw away the rest"; "he took what he wanted and I got the balance"
  2. freedom from activity (work or strain or responsibility); "took his repose by the swimming pool"
  3. a pause for relaxation; "people actually accomplish more when they take time for short rests"

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Examples of "rest" in lyrics

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

  • "Please shake an eye, symbolize, no rest"
    1.4.0. Productions f/ Othorized F.A.M. — Staten Islanders
  • "I just want to get respected, with all the rest"
    2 Live Crew — Get Loose Now
  • "With lyrics so def it's above the rest"
    2 Live Crew — Feel Alright Y'all

What do these rhymes mean?

best
in a most excellent way or manner; "he played best after a couple of martinis" it would be sensible
chest
the part of the human torso between the neck and the diaphragm or the corresponding part in other vertebrates box with
test
trying something to find out about it; "a sample for ten days free trial
vest
a man's sleeveless garment worn underneath a coat a collarless men's undergarment for the upper part of the body
west
to, toward, or in the west; "we moved west to Arizona

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Rhyming tips for songwriters

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

Frequently asked questions

What rhymes with rest?
Words that rhyme with rest include: chest, best, vest, test, west, contest, quest, arrest, digest, nest, and 116 more.
How many syllables does rest have?
Rest has 1 syllable.
How many words rhyme with rest?
There are 126 words that rhyme with rest: 126 perfect rhymes.
What is a good rhyme for rest in a song?
The strongest rhymes for rest in songwriting are chest, best, vest. 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 rest?
Common, easy-to-use words that rhyme with rest include chest, best, vest, test, west. These are grouped by syllable count: 0-syllable: chest, best; 1-syllable: contest, arrest; 2-syllable: interest, addressed. Matching syllable counts helps maintain consistent rhythm in your writing.

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