Words that rhyme with return

Return is a 2-syllable word with 69 perfect rhymes. The most popular rhymes are adjourn, astern, auburn. This word appears in songs across our database, making it a versatile choice for songwriters and poets.

Definition of return

noun
  1. document giving the tax collector information about the taxpayer's tax liability; "his gross income was enough that he had to file a tax return"
  2. a coming to or returning home; "on his return from Australia we gave him a welcoming party"
  3. the occurrence of a change in direction back in the opposite direction

Examples of "return" in lyrics

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

  • "And once I'm gone ain't no return"
    4 Deep — Ain't No Luv
  • "Look what you do me in return..."
    504 Boyz — Beefing
  • "Come all the way back, return"
    Aceyalone — Anywhere You Go

What do these rhymes mean?

adjourn
close at the end of a session; "The court adjourned" break from a meeting or gathering; "We adjourned for lunch
astern
stern foremost or backward; "the steamer went astern at half speed" at or near or toward the stern of a ship or tail of
auburn
(of hair) colored a moderate reddish-brown; "auburn hair"
bittern
relatively small compact tawny-brown heron with nocturnal habits and a booming cry; found in marshes
cittern
a 16th century musical instrument resembling a guitar with a pear-shaped soundbox and wire strings

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Rhyming tips for songwriters

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

Since "return" has 2 syllables, try matching it with words of similar length for a balanced meter. Multi-syllable rhymes often sound more sophisticated than single-syllable pairs.

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