Words that rhyme with retrograde
Retrograde is a 3-syllable word with 36 perfect rhymes. The most popular rhymes are abrade, afraid, aid. This word appears in songs across our database, making it a versatile choice for songwriters and poets.
Definition of retrograde
- moving from east to west on the celestial sphere; or--for planets--around the sun in a direction opposite to that of the Earth
- of amnesia; affecting time immediately preceding trauma
- going from better to worse
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3 syllables
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Examples of "retrograde" in lyrics
See how retrograde is used at the end of a line in songs:
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"mercury retrograde"
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"mercury retrograde 2006"
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"astrological forecasts retrograde"
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What do these rhymes mean?
- abrade
- wear away rub hard or scrub; "scour the counter tops"
- afraid
- filled with fear or apprehension; "afraid even to turn his head"; "suddenly looked afraid"; "afraid for his life
- aid
- a resource; "visual aids in teaching" the activity of contributing to the fulfillment of a need or furtherance of an
- balustrade
- a railing at the side of a staircase or balcony to prevent people from falling
- centigrade
- of or relating to a temperature scale on which the freezing point of water is 0 degrees and the boiling point of water
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Rhyming tips for songwriters
When using "retrograde" in your lyrics, consider mixing perfect rhymes with near rhymes (slant rhymes) for a more natural flow. Perfect rhymes like abrade, afraid, aid create a satisfying resolution, while slant rhymes add variety and keep listeners engaged.
Since "retrograde" 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.