73+ Words that rhyme with selection

Selection is a 3-syllable word with 73 perfect rhymes. The most popular rhymes are perfection, protection, connection. Multi-syllable rhymes sound more sophisticated — they're a hallmark of skilled lyricists and create complex rhythmic patterns.

Definition of selection

noun
  1. the act of choosing or selecting; "your choice of colors was unfortunate"; "you can take your pick"
  2. an assortment of things from which a choice can be made; "the store carried a large selection of shoes"
  3. the person or thing chosen or selected; "he was my pick for mayor"

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Examples of "selection" in lyrics

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

  • "Thug ride, natural order, of selection"
    Afu-Ra f/ A-Sun, Ca-See, Respect — Perverted Monks
  • "Correction, I think I'll make this other selection"
    Al' Tariq — Crime Pays
  • "like natural selection"
    Ambassador f/ Cruz Cordero, M.O.D. — Cypha International

What do these rhymes mean?

affection
a positive feeling of liking; "he had trouble expressing the affection he felt"; "the child won everyone's heart
connection
a relation between things or events (as in the case of one causing the other or sharing features with it)
direction
a line leading to a place or point; "he looked the other direction
perfection
the state of being without a flaw or defect an ideal instance
protection
the activity of protecting someone or something

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Rhyming tips for songwriters

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

Since "selection" 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 selection?
Words that rhyme with selection include: perfection, protection, connection, affection, direction, complexion, correction, resurrection, advection, injection, and 63 more.
How many syllables does selection have?
Selection has 3 syllables.
How many words rhyme with selection?
There are 73 words that rhyme with selection: 73 perfect rhymes.
What is a good rhyme for selection in a song?
The strongest rhymes for selection in songwriting are perfection, protection, connection. 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 selection?
Common, easy-to-use words that rhyme with selection include perfection, protection, connection, affection, direction. These are grouped by syllable count: 0-syllable: section, flexion; 1-syllable: perfection, protection; 2-syllable: resurrection, circumspection. Matching syllable counts helps maintain consistent rhythm in your writing.

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