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267+ Words that rhyme with riddance

Riddance is a 2-syllable word with 267 perfect rhymes. The most popular rhymes are admittance, avoidance, abeyance. Two-syllable words give you rhythmic flexibility — they work as both end rhymes and internal rhymes within a line.

Definition of riddance

noun
  1. the act of removing or getting rid of something
  2. the act of forcing out someone or something; "the ejection of troublemakers by the police"; "the child's expulsion from school"

1 syllable

3 syllables

Examples of "riddance" in lyrics

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

  • "I didn't for the one that caught the slug - good riddance"
    Bloods & Crips — Piru Love
  • "BANG! good riddance"
    Freestyle Fellowship — For No Reason
  • "And wish me my good riddance"
    The Grouch — Give and Take

What do these rhymes mean?

abeyance
temporary cessation or suspension
admittance
the right to enter the act of admitting someone to enter
alliance
the state of being allied or confederated a connection based on kinship or marriage or common interest
avoidance
deliberately avoiding; keeping away from or preventing from happening
credence
the mental attitude that something is believable and should be accepted as true; "he gave credence to the gossip

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Rhyming tips for songwriters

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

Since "riddance" 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.

Frequently asked questions

What rhymes with riddance?
Words that rhyme with riddance include: admittance, avoidance, abeyance, alliance, credence, defiance, adherence, affluence, allowance, annoyance, and 257 more.
How many syllables does riddance have?
Riddance has 2 syllables.
How many words rhyme with riddance?
There are 267 words that rhyme with riddance: 267 perfect rhymes.
What is a good rhyme for riddance in a song?
The strongest rhymes for riddance in songwriting are admittance, avoidance, abeyance. 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 riddance?
Common, easy-to-use words that rhyme with riddance include admittance, avoidance, abeyance, alliance, credence. These are grouped by syllable count: 0-syllable: science, creance; 1-syllable: abeyance, alliance; 2-syllable: admittance, avoidance. Matching syllable counts helps maintain consistent rhythm in your writing.

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