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25+ Words that rhyme with sensitive

Sensitive is a 3-syllable word with 25 perfect rhymes. The most popular rhymes are insensitive, hypersensitive, oversensitive. Multi-syllable rhymes sound more sophisticated — they're a hallmark of skilled lyricists and create complex rhythmic patterns.

Definition of sensitive

adjective
  1. responsive to physical stimuli; "a mimosa's leaves are sensitive to touch"; "a sensitive voltmeter"; "sensitive skin"; "sensitive to light"
  2. being susceptible to the attitudes, feelings, or circumstances of others; "sensitive to the local community and its needs"
  3. able to feel or perceive; "even amoeba are sensible creatures"; "the more sensible parts of the skin"

3 syllables

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Examples of "sensitive" in lyrics

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

  • "Defensive sensitive"
    Aceyalone — Anywhere You Go
  • "Far from sensitive"
    Cuban Link f/ Tony Sunshine — Flowers for the Dead
  • "Don't get close to my whip, the alarm is sensitive"
    Damani f/ Clipse, Kardinal Offishall, Clinton Sparks — Move (Remix)

What do these rhymes mean?

fixative
a compound (such as ethanol or formaldehyde) that fixes tissues and cells for microscopic study a varnish dissolved in
hypersensitive
having an allergy or peculiar or excessive susceptibility (especially to a specific factor); "allergic children
insensitive
not responsive to physical stimuli; "insensitive to radiation" deficient in human sensibility
laxative
stimulating evacuation of feces a mild cathartic
oversensitive
unduly sensitive or thin-skinned

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Rhyming tips for songwriters

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

Since "sensitive" 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 sensitive?
Words that rhyme with sensitive include: insensitive, hypersensitive, oversensitive, fixative, laxative, positive, causative, accusative, appositive, capacitive, and 15 more.
How many syllables does sensitive have?
Sensitive has 3 syllables.
How many words rhyme with sensitive?
There are 25 words that rhyme with sensitive: 25 perfect rhymes.
What is a good rhyme for sensitive in a song?
The strongest rhymes for sensitive in songwriting are insensitive, hypersensitive, oversensitive. 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 sensitive?
Common, easy-to-use words that rhyme with sensitive include insensitive, hypersensitive, oversensitive, fixative, laxative. These are grouped by syllable count: 0-syllable: fixative, laxative; 1-syllable: insensitive, accusative; 2-syllable: hypersensitive, oversensitive. Matching syllable counts helps maintain consistent rhythm in your writing.

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