13+ Words that rhyme with shrivel

Shrivel is a 2-syllable word with 13 perfect rhymes. The most popular rhymes are civil, drivel, snivel. Two-syllable words give you rhythmic flexibility — they work as both end rhymes and internal rhymes within a line.

Definition of shrivel

verb
  1. wither, as with a loss of moisture; "The fruit dried and shriveled"
  2. decrease in size, range, or extent; "His earnings shrank"; "My courage shrivelled when I saw the task before me"

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2 syllables

3 syllables

Examples of "shrivel" in lyrics

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

  • "Turntables swivel as the rap crews shrivel"
    Main Source f/ The Brand New Heavies — Bonafied Funk
  • "tomato plant shrivel"
    AOL — AOL

What do these rhymes mean?

civil
applying to ordinary citizens as contrasted with the military; "civil authorities" not rude
drivel
a worthless message saliva spilling from the mouth let saliva drivel from the mouth; "The baby drooled"
snivel
whining in a tearful manner the act of breathing heavily through the nose (as when the nose is congested) talk in a
swivel
a coupling (as in a chain) that has one end that turns on a headed pin turn on a pivot
uncivil
lacking civility or good manners; "want nothing from you but to get away from your uncivil tongue"- Willa Cather

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Rhyming tips for songwriters

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

Since "shrivel" 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 shrivel?
Words that rhyme with shrivel include: civil, drivel, snivel, swivel, uncivil, frivol, piffle, riffle, sniffle, incivil, and 3 more.
How many syllables does shrivel have?
Shrivel has 2 syllables.
How many words rhyme with shrivel?
There are 13 words that rhyme with shrivel: 13 perfect rhymes.
What is a good rhyme for shrivel in a song?
The strongest rhymes for shrivel in songwriting are civil, drivel, snivel. 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 shrivel?
Common, easy-to-use words that rhyme with shrivel include civil, drivel, snivel, swivel, uncivil. These are grouped by syllable count: 0-syllable: civil, drivel; 1-syllable: uncivil, incivil. Matching syllable counts helps maintain consistent rhythm in your writing.

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