142+ Words that rhyme with silence

Silence is a 2-syllable word with 142 perfect rhymes. The most popular rhymes are violence, balance, patience. Two-syllable words give you rhythmic flexibility — they work as both end rhymes and internal rhymes within a line.

Definition of silence

noun
  1. the state of being silent (as when no one is speaking); "there was a shocked silence"; "he gestured for silence"
  2. the absence of sound; "he needed silence in order to sleep"; "the street was quiet"
  3. a refusal to speak when expected; "his silence about my contribution was surprising"

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Examples of "silence" in lyrics

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

  • "And everywhere I rock I see they take a code of silence"
    The 7A3 — Lucifer
  • "But I'm really not violent, I meditate in silence"
    Aceyalone — Bigger They Come
  • "A moment of truth is hidden in silence"
    Aceyalone f/ Abstract Rude — The Saga Continues

What do these rhymes mean?

ambulance
a vehicle that takes people to and from hospitals
balance
a state of equilibrium equality between the totals of the credit and debit sides of an account harmonious arrangement
corpulence
the property of excessive fatness
patience
good-natured tolerance of delay or incompetence a card game played by one person
violence
an act of aggression (as one against a person who resists)

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Rhyming tips for songwriters

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

Since "silence" 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 silence?
Words that rhyme with silence include: violence, balance, patience, ambulance, corpulence, ambivalence, benevolence, licence, science, highlands, and 132 more.
How many syllables does silence have?
Silence has 2 syllables.
How many words rhyme with silence?
There are 142 words that rhyme with silence: 142 perfect rhymes.
What is a good rhyme for silence in a song?
The strongest rhymes for silence in songwriting are violence, balance, patience. 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 silence?
Common, easy-to-use words that rhyme with silence include violence, balance, patience, ambulance, corpulence. These are grouped by syllable count: 0-syllable: science; 1-syllable: violence, balance; 2-syllable: ambulance, corpulence. Matching syllable counts helps maintain consistent rhythm in your writing.

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