Words that rhyme with shakedown
Shakedown is a 3-syllable word with 36 perfect rhymes. The most popular rhymes are breakdown, clampdown, clown. This word appears in songs across our database, making it a versatile choice for songwriters and poets.
Definition of shakedown
- adjective
- intended to test a new system under operating conditions and to familiarize the operators with the system; "a shakedown cruise"
- noun
- initial adjustments to improve the functioning or the efficiency and to bring to a more satisfactory state; "the new industry's economic shakedown"
- a very thorough search of a person or a place; "a shakedown by the police uncovered the drugs"
2 syllables
4 syllables
Examples of "shakedown" in lyrics
See how shakedown is used at the end of a line in songs:
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"I'm ready now, givin' these rappers lyrical shakedown"
A.G. f/ Diamond D, Kool Chuck — No Where to Go -
"It's the king of the underground sound, get ready for the Industry Shakedown"
Freddie Foxxx — Bumpy Knuckles Baby -
"The Industry Shakedown"
Freddie Foxxx (Bumpy Knuckles) — Industry Shakedown
What do these rhymes mean?
- breakdown
- the act of disrupting an established order so it fails to continue
- clampdown
- sudden restriction on an activity
- clown
- a rude or vulgar fool a person who amuses others by ridiculous behavior act as or like a clown
- comedown
- decline to a lower status or level
- countdown
- counting backward from an arbitrary number to indicate the time remaining before some event (such as launching a space
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Rhyming tips for songwriters
When using "shakedown" in your lyrics, consider mixing perfect rhymes with near rhymes (slant rhymes) for a more natural flow. Perfect rhymes like breakdown, clampdown, clown create a satisfying resolution, while slant rhymes add variety and keep listeners engaged.
Since "shakedown" 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.