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98+ Words that rhyme with setback

Setback is a 2-syllable word with 98 perfect rhymes. The most popular rhymes are track, sack, jack. Two-syllable words give you rhythmic flexibility — they work as both end rhymes and internal rhymes within a line.

Definition of setback

noun
  1. an unfortunate happening that hinders or impedes; something that is thwarting or frustrating

1 syllable

Examples of "setback" in lyrics

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

  • "Dark hemisphere, burn wit a fear is nothin but a mere setback"
    Blackalicious f/ Latyrx — Deep in the Jungle
  • "Knowin that the sharp blade cuts through yo' setback"
    Buddha Monk f/ Courvoisier — It's a Stick Up
  • "Strictly being puppets in public is a setback"
    CunninLynguists — Dance For Me

What do these rhymes mean?

jack
a small worthless amount; "you don't know jack" a man who serves as a sailor someone who works with their hands
mack
a waterproof raincoat made of rubberized fabric
sack
a bag made of paper or plastic for holding customer's purchases an enclosed space
stack
an orderly pile (often followed by `of') a large number or amount or extent; "a batch of letters"; "a deal of trouble
track
a line or route along which something travels or moves; "the hurricane demolished houses in its path

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Rhyming tips for songwriters

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

Since "setback" 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 setback?
Words that rhyme with setback include: track, sack, jack, mack, stack, pack, slack, lack, whack, rack, and 88 more.
How many syllables does setback have?
Setback has 2 syllables.
How many words rhyme with setback?
There are 98 words that rhyme with setback: 98 perfect rhymes.
What is a good rhyme for setback in a song?
The strongest rhymes for setback in songwriting are track, sack, jack. 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 setback?
Common, easy-to-use words that rhyme with setback include track, sack, jack, mack, stack. These are grouped by syllable count: 0-syllable: track, sack; 1-syllable: aback, wetback; 2-syllable: bareback, comeback. Matching syllable counts helps maintain consistent rhythm in your writing.

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