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200+ Words that rhyme with scary

Scary is a 2-syllable word with 200 perfect rhymes. The most popular rhymes are canary, airy, aerie. Two-syllable words give you rhythmic flexibility — they work as both end rhymes and internal rhymes within a line.

Definition of scary

adjective
  1. provoking fear terror; "a scary movie"; "the most terrible and shuddery...tales of murder and revenge"

1 syllable

2 syllables

8 syllables

Examples of "scary" in lyrics

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

  • "Can you handle cash? The test is kinda scary"
    415 — Lavish
  • "Is it imaginary or just as scary"
    7L & Esoteric f/ Celph Titled, Karma, Trademarc — Warlords
  • "It's extra-ordinary some might say it's a little scary"
    A.B.G. (Adopted by Grace) — Hell's Most Wanted

What do these rhymes mean?

aerie
the lofty nest of a bird of prey (such as a hawk or eagle) any habitation at a high altitude
airy
open to or abounding in fresh air; "airy rooms" not practical or realizable; speculative
canary
having the color of a canary; of a light to moderate yellow someone acting as an informer or decoy for the police a
contrary
very opposed in nature or character or purpose; "acts contrary to our code of ethics
dairy
a farm where dairy products are produced

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Rhyming tips for songwriters

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

Since "scary" 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 scary?
Words that rhyme with scary include: canary, airy, aerie, dairy, contrary, mary, carry, berry, cherry, azeri, and 190 more.
How many syllables does scary have?
Scary has 2 syllables.
How many words rhyme with scary?
There are 200 words that rhyme with scary: 200 perfect rhymes.
What is a good rhyme for scary in a song?
The strongest rhymes for scary in songwriting are canary, airy, aerie. 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 scary?
Common, easy-to-use words that rhyme with scary include canary, airy, aerie, dairy, contrary. These are grouped by syllable count: 0-syllable: aerie, eyrie; 1-syllable: airy, dairy; 2-syllable: canary, contrary. Matching syllable counts helps maintain consistent rhythm in your writing.

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