23+ Words that rhyme with severely

Severely is a 4-syllable word with 23 perfect rhymes. The most popular rhymes are dearly, clearly, merely. Multi-syllable rhymes sound more sophisticated — they're a hallmark of skilled lyricists and create complex rhythmic patterns.

Definition of severely

adverb
  1. to a severe or serious degree; "fingers so badly frozen they had to be amputated"; "badly injured"; "a severely impaired heart"; "is gravely ill"; "was seriously ill"
  2. with sternness; in a severe manner; "`No,' she said sternly"; "peered severely over her glasses"
  3. causing great damage or hardship; "industries hit hard by the depression"; "she was severely affected by the bank's failure"

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Examples of "severely" in lyrics

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

  • "Staying too much longer would have stunted me severely"
    Cale Sampson — 'Til I Met You
  • "Dark, black, light dirt but it would burn severely"
    Dark Lotus — Black Rain
  • "Before I act like sex me god, bust off severely"
    E Money Bags f/ Horse, Nas — I Want It

What do these rhymes mean?

austerely
in an austere fashion; "the church was austerely simple"
clearly
without doubt or question; "they were clearly lost
dearly
in a sincere and heartfelt manner; "I would dearly love to know" at a great cost; "he paid dearly for the food
merely
and nothing more; "I was merely asking"; "it is simply a matter of time"; "just a scratch"; "he was only a child
sincerely
with sincerity; without pretense; "she praised him sincerely for his victory

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Rhyming tips for songwriters

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

Since "severely" has 4 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 severely?
Words that rhyme with severely include: dearly, clearly, merely, sincerely, austerely, nearly, yearly, biyearly, cavalierly, early, and 13 more.
How many syllables does severely have?
Severely has 4 syllables.
How many words rhyme with severely?
There are 23 words that rhyme with severely: 23 perfect rhymes.
What is a good rhyme for severely in a song?
The strongest rhymes for severely in songwriting are dearly, clearly, merely. 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 severely?
Common, easy-to-use words that rhyme with severely include dearly, clearly, merely, sincerely, austerely. These are grouped by syllable count: 0-syllable: myrlie; 1-syllable: dearly, clearly; 2-syllable: merely, ideally. Matching syllable counts helps maintain consistent rhythm in your writing.

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