12+ Words that rhyme with selfishness

Selfishness is a 3-syllable word with 12 perfect rhymes. The most popular rhymes are garishness, lavishness, boorishness. Multi-syllable rhymes sound more sophisticated — they're a hallmark of skilled lyricists and create complex rhythmic patterns.

Definition of selfishness

noun
  1. stinginess resulting from a concern for your own welfare and a disregard of others

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Examples of "selfishness" in lyrics

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

  • "If you had three wishes, would it be on some materialistic selfishness"
    The 49ers — Karma
  • "I never felt pressure to have to justify my selfishness"
    Aesop Rock f/ Slug — I'll Be OK
  • "I don't believe in selfishness"
    Nature — Nature's Shine

What do these rhymes mean?

boorishness
the manner of a rude or insensitive person inelegance by virtue of being an uncouth boor
feverishness
a rise in the temperature of the body; frequently a symptom of infection
garishness
tasteless showiness strident color or excessive ornamentation
lavishness
the quality possessed by something that is excessively expensive excessive spending
peevishness
an irritable petulant feeling a disposition to exhibit uncontrolled anger

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Rhyming tips for songwriters

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

Since "selfishness" 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 selfishness?
Words that rhyme with selfishness include: garishness, lavishness, boorishness, peevishness, feverishness, thievishness, unselfishness, amateurishness, bearishness, slavishness, and 2 more.
How many syllables does selfishness have?
Selfishness has 3 syllables.
How many words rhyme with selfishness?
There are 12 words that rhyme with selfishness: 12 perfect rhymes.
What is a good rhyme for selfishness in a song?
The strongest rhymes for selfishness in songwriting are garishness, lavishness, boorishness. 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 selfishness?
Common, easy-to-use words that rhyme with selfishness include garishness, lavishness, boorishness, peevishness, feverishness. These are grouped by syllable count: 0-syllable: garishness, lavishness; 1-syllable: feverishness, unselfishness; 2-syllable: amateurishness. Matching syllable counts helps maintain consistent rhythm in your writing.

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