16+ Words that rhyme with shrieking
Shrieking is a 2-syllable word with 16 perfect rhymes. The most popular rhymes are creaking, reeking, sneaking. This word appears in songs across our database, making it a versatile choice for songwriters and poets.
Definition of shrieking
- noun
- sharp piercing cry; "her screaming attracted the neighbors"
- a high-pitched noise resembling a human cry; "he ducked at the screechings of shells"; "he heard the scream of the brakes"
2 syllables
3 syllables
Examples of "shrieking" in lyrics
See how shrieking is used at the end of a line in songs:
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"And the church bells will sound like sirens shrieking"
One Day as a Lion (Zack de la Rocha & Jon Theodore) — Last Letter
What do these rhymes mean?
- creaking
- a squeaking sound; "the creak of the floorboards gave him away"
- reeking
- wet with secreted or exuded moisture such as sweat or tears
- sneaking
- not openly expressed; "a sneaking suspicion"
- speaking
- capable of or involving speech or speaking; "human beings --the speaking animals
- squeaking
- having or making a high-pitched sound such as that made by a mouse or a rusty hinge
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Rhyming tips for songwriters
When using "shrieking" in your lyrics, consider mixing perfect rhymes with near rhymes (slant rhymes) for a more natural flow. Perfect rhymes like creaking, reeking, sneaking create a satisfying resolution, while slant rhymes add variety and keep listeners engaged.
Since "shrieking" 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.