23+ Words that rhyme with retired
Retired is a 3-syllable word with 23 perfect rhymes. The most popular rhymes are acquired, admired, attired. This word appears in songs across our database, making it a versatile choice for songwriters and poets.
Definition of retired
- adjective
- no longer active in your work or profession
1 syllable
3 syllables
4 syllables
Examples of "retired" in lyrics
See how retired is used at the end of a line in songs:
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"I've seen, grandmothers working when they should of been retired"
Black Lotus — Seen and Heard -
"Asking me for work, but I told them I retired"
Children of the Corn (Cam'Ron and Bloodshed) — Harlem USA (Uptown) -
"Cause I'm like Shakesphere retired"
Cunninlynguists — Halfanimal
What do these rhymes mean?
- acquired
- gotten through environmental forces; "acquired characteristics (such as a suntan or a broken nose) cannot be passed on"
- admired
- regarded with admiration
- attired
- dressed or clothed especially in fine attire; often used in combination; "the elegantly attired gentleman
- desired
- greatly desired wanted intensely; "the child could no longer resist taking one of the craved cookies
- expired
- having come to an end or become void after passage of a period of time; "an expired passport
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Rhyming tips for songwriters
When using "retired" in your lyrics, consider mixing perfect rhymes with near rhymes (slant rhymes) for a more natural flow. Perfect rhymes like acquired, admired, attired create a satisfying resolution, while slant rhymes add variety and keep listeners engaged.
Since "retired" 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.