183+ Words that rhyme with sheer

Sheer is a 1-syllable word with 183 perfect rhymes. The most popular rhymes are clear, tear, fleer. Single-syllable words are the backbone of rap and poetry — they punch hard at line endings and pair easily with other one-syllable rhymes.

Definition of sheer

adverb
  1. straight up or down without a break
  2. directly; "he fell sheer into the water"
adjective
  1. complete and without restriction or qualification; sometimes used informally as intensifiers; "absolute freedom"; "an absolute dimwit"; "a downright lie"; "out- and-out mayhem"; "an out-and-out lie"; "a rank outsider"; "many right-down vices"; "got the job through sheer persistence"; "sheer stupidity"

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Examples of "sheer" in lyrics

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

  • "Hairpin zigzag twist warp swerve veer sheer"
    George Clinton f/ Dr. Dre, Flavor Flav (Public Enemy) — Kickback
  • "They sheer"
    Cool Nutz f/ Bleek — Hate Mail
  • "chevy body lift sheer"
    AOL — AOL

What do these rhymes mean?

clear
completely; "read the book clear to the end"; "slept clear through the night
fleer
someone who flees from an uncongenial situation
queer
beyond or deviating from the usual or expected; "a curious hybrid accent"; "her speech has a funny twang
smear
slanderous defamation a thin tissue or blood sample spread on a glass slide and stained for cytologic examination and
tear
a drop of the clear salty saline solution secreted by the lacrimal glands

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Rhyming tips for songwriters

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

Frequently asked questions

What rhymes with sheer?
Words that rhyme with sheer include: clear, tear, fleer, queer, smear, sneer, spear, steer, adhere, appear, and 173 more.
How many syllables does sheer have?
Sheer has 1 syllable.
How many words rhyme with sheer?
There are 183 words that rhyme with sheer: 183 perfect rhymes.
What is a good rhyme for sheer in a song?
The strongest rhymes for sheer in songwriting are clear, tear, fleer. 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 sheer?
Common, easy-to-use words that rhyme with sheer include clear, tear, fleer, queer, smear. These are grouped by syllable count: 0-syllable: clear, tear; 1-syllable: adhere, appear; 2-syllable: chandelier, cavalier. Matching syllable counts helps maintain consistent rhythm in your writing.

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