Words that rhyme with scapegoat
Scapegoat is a 3-syllable word with 37 perfect rhymes. The most popular rhymes are afloat, bloat, connote. This word appears in songs across our database, making it a versatile choice for songwriters and poets.
Definition of scapegoat
- someone who is punished for the errors of others
2 syllables
4 syllables
Examples of "scapegoat" in lyrics
See how scapegoat is used at the end of a line in songs:
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"And took the weight like a scapegoat"
The 49ers — Mesmerized -
"Bow your knee to the Great Hope, Jesus the scapegoat"
The Ambassador — One Two -
"Bend the example play the scapegoat"
Classified — Anybody Listening
What do these rhymes mean?
- afloat
- aimlessly drifting borne on the water; floating covered with water; "the main deck was afloat (or awash)
- bloat
- swelling of the rumen or intestinal tract of domestic animals caused by excessive gas become bloated or swollen or puff
- connote
- express or state indirectly involve as a necessary condition of consequence; as in logic
- flatboat
- a flatbottom boat for carrying heavy loads (especially on canals)
- goat
- any of numerous agile ruminants related to sheep but having a beard and straight horns a victim of ridicule or pranks
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Rhyming tips for songwriters
When using "scapegoat" in your lyrics, consider mixing perfect rhymes with near rhymes (slant rhymes) for a more natural flow. Perfect rhymes like afloat, bloat, connote create a satisfying resolution, while slant rhymes add variety and keep listeners engaged.
Since "scapegoat" 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.