62+ Words that rhyme with runaway

Runaway is a 3-syllable word with 62 perfect rhymes. The most popular rhymes are way, highway, halfway. Multi-syllable rhymes sound more sophisticated — they're a hallmark of skilled lyricists and create complex rhythmic patterns.

Definition of runaway

adjective
  1. completely out of control; "runaway inflation"
noun
  1. an easy victory
  2. someone who flees from an uncongenial situation; "fugitives from the sweatshops"

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Examples of "runaway" in lyrics

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

  • "My name is runaway"
    Aesop Rock — Dryspell
  • "Mayday, runaway"
    Caltroit (Black Milk & Bishop Lamont) f/ Elzhi, Phat Kat — Goatit
  • "But enslaves me in another way, I'm like a 28-year-old runaway"
    Chino XL — Skin

What do these rhymes mean?

faraway
very far away in space or time; "faraway mountains"; "the faraway future"; "troops landing on far-off shores
halfway
at half the distance; at the middle; "he was halfway down the ladder when he fell" equally distant from the extremes at
highway
a major road for any form of motor transport
way
to a great degree or by a great distance; very much (`right smart' is regional in the United States); "way over budget
whey
the serum or watery part of milk that is separated from the curd in making cheese watery part of milk produced when raw

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Rhyming tips for songwriters

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

Since "runaway" 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.

Frequently asked questions

What rhymes with runaway?
Words that rhyme with runaway include: way, highway, halfway, faraway, whey, weigh, sway, a, dray, gray, and 52 more.
How many syllables does runaway have?
Runaway has 3 syllables.
How many words rhyme with runaway?
There are 62 words that rhyme with runaway: 62 perfect rhymes.
What is a good rhyme for runaway in a song?
The strongest rhymes for runaway in songwriting are way, highway, halfway. 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 runaway?
Common, easy-to-use words that rhyme with runaway include way, highway, halfway, faraway, whey. These are grouped by syllable count: 0-syllable: way, whey; 1-syllable: highway, halfway; 2-syllable: faraway, disobey. Matching syllable counts helps maintain consistent rhythm in your writing.

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