190+ Words that rhyme with shortly

Shortly is a 2-syllable word with 190 perfect rhymes. The most popular rhymes are courtly, astutely, aptly. Two-syllable words give you rhythmic flexibility — they work as both end rhymes and internal rhymes within a line.

Definition of shortly

adverb
  1. for a short time; "he was at the airport shortly before she was expected to arrive"
  2. in the near future; "the doctor will soon be here"; "the book will appear shortly"; "she will arrive presently"; "we should have news before long"
  3. in a curt, abrupt and discourteous manner; "he told me curtly to get on with it"; "he talked short with everyone"; "he said shortly that he didn't like it"

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Examples of "shortly" in lyrics

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

  • "And live shortly"
    Flipmode Squad — To My People
  • "Dragged from behind, I was about to get cut shortly"
    Muph & Plutonic f/ Minas — Scars & Stains
  • "The king will crown me shortly"
    Penhead — Penicillin

What do these rhymes mean?

acutely
in an acute manner; "she pitied her sister acutely"; "acutely aware" having a rapid onset
aptly
with competence; in a competent capable manner; "they worked competently"
astutely
in a shrewd manner; "he invested his fortune astutely"; "he was acutely insightful"
courtly
refined or imposing in manner or appearance; befitting a royal court; "a courtly gentleman"
cutely
in an attractive manner; "how cunningly the olive-green dress with its underskirt of rose-brocade fitted her perfect

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Rhyming tips for songwriters

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

Since "shortly" 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 shortly?
Words that rhyme with shortly include: courtly, astutely, aptly, cutely, acutely, alertly, abjectly, abruptly, adroitly, brightly, and 180 more.
How many syllables does shortly have?
Shortly has 2 syllables.
How many words rhyme with shortly?
There are 190 words that rhyme with shortly: 190 perfect rhymes.
What is a good rhyme for shortly in a song?
The strongest rhymes for shortly in songwriting are courtly, astutely, aptly. 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 shortly?
Common, easy-to-use words that rhyme with shortly include courtly, astutely, aptly, cutely, acutely. These are grouped by syllable count: 0-syllable: attlee; 1-syllable: courtly, aptly; 2-syllable: cutely, alertly. Matching syllable counts helps maintain consistent rhythm in your writing.

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