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190+ Words that rhyme with retribution

Retribution is a 4-syllable word with 190 perfect rhymes. The most popular rhymes are solution, aleutian, confucian. Multi-syllable rhymes sound more sophisticated — they're a hallmark of skilled lyricists and create complex rhythmic patterns.

Definition of retribution

noun
  1. a justly deserved penalty
  2. the act of correcting for your wrongdoing
  3. the act of taking revenge (harming someone in retaliation for something harmful that they have done) especially in the next life; "Vengeance is mine; I will repay, saith the Lord"-- Romans

2 syllables

Examples of "retribution" in lyrics

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

  • "A righteous infliction of retribution"
    Aesop Rock f/ Vast Aire, Yeshua Da Poed — Sinister
  • "Shootin at the sky lookin for Godly retribution"
    Cage — Agent Orange
  • "Because, cops be shooting, with no retribution"
    Capital-X — Walk the Walk

What do these rhymes mean?

aleutian
of or relating to the Aleut or their language or culture a member of the people inhabiting the Aleutian Islands and
confucian
relating to or characteristic of Confucianism; "Confucian ethics" a believer in the teachings of Confucius
execution
putting a condemned person to death the act of performing; of doing something successfully
revolution
a drastic and far-reaching change in ways of thinking and behaving
solution
a homogeneous mixture of two or more substances; frequently (but not necessarily) a liquid solution

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Rhyming tips for songwriters

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

Since "retribution" 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 retribution?
Words that rhyme with retribution include: solution, aleutian, confucian, execution, revolution, constitution, contribution, institution, absolution, attribution, and 180 more.
How many syllables does retribution have?
Retribution has 4 syllables.
How many words rhyme with retribution?
There are 190 words that rhyme with retribution: 190 perfect rhymes.
What is a good rhyme for retribution in a song?
The strongest rhymes for retribution in songwriting are solution, aleutian, confucian. 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 retribution?
Common, easy-to-use words that rhyme with retribution include solution, aleutian, confucian, execution, revolution. These are grouped by syllable count: 0-syllable: ashen, ocean; 1-syllable: solution, aleutian; 2-syllable: execution, revolution. Matching syllable counts helps maintain consistent rhythm in your writing.

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