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23+ Words that rhyme with shimmer

Shimmer is a 2-syllable word with 23 perfect rhymes. The most popular rhymes are dimmer, glimmer, skimmer. Two-syllable words give you rhythmic flexibility — they work as both end rhymes and internal rhymes within a line.

Definition of shimmer

noun
  1. a weak and tremulous light; "the shimmer of colors on iridescent feathers"; "the play of light on the water"
verb
  1. shine with a weak or fitful light; "Beech leaves shimmered in the moonlight"
  2. give off a shimmering reflection, as of silk

1 syllable

2 syllables

3 syllables

Examples of "shimmer" in lyrics

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

  • "Consider a sinner, simmer my lines like roaches shimmer"
    Bronze Nazareth f/ Timbo King — More Than Gold
  • "You feeled a bit shimmer"
    RZA/Bobby Digital — Airwaves
  • "pantyhoses that shimmer"
    AOL — AOL

What do these rhymes mean?

dimmer
a rheostat that varies the current through an electric light in order to control the level of illumination
glimmer
a flash of light (especially reflected light) a slight suggestion or vague understanding
skimmer
a rapid superficial reader a cooking utensil used to skim fat from the surface of liquids a stiff hat made of straw
swimmer
a trained athlete who participates in swimming meets
trimmer
a worker who thins out and trims trees and shrubs

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Rhyming tips for songwriters

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

Since "shimmer" 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 shimmer?
Words that rhyme with shimmer include: dimmer, glimmer, skimmer, swimmer, trimmer, simmer, zimmer, are, primer, limber, and 13 more.
How many syllables does shimmer have?
Shimmer has 2 syllables.
How many words rhyme with shimmer?
There are 23 words that rhyme with shimmer: 23 perfect rhymes.
What is a good rhyme for shimmer in a song?
The strongest rhymes for shimmer in songwriting are dimmer, glimmer, skimmer. 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 shimmer?
Common, easy-to-use words that rhyme with shimmer include dimmer, glimmer, skimmer, swimmer, trimmer. These are grouped by syllable count: 0-syllable: are; 1-syllable: dimmer, glimmer; 2-syllable: beginner, berliner. Matching syllable counts helps maintain consistent rhythm in your writing.

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