190+ Words that rhyme with slightly

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

Definition of slightly

adverb
  1. to a small degree or extent; "his arguments were somewhat self-contradictory"; "the children argued because one slice of cake was slightly larger than the other"
  2. in a slim or slender manner; "a slenderly built woman"; "slightly built"

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Examples of "slightly" in lyrics

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

  • "And started gradually just trippin' on me slightly"
    Aceyalone — Bounce
  • "Slightly"
    Aceyalone — The Hurt
  • "No not slightly"
    Lily Allen — Everything's Just Wonderful

What do these rhymes mean?

brightly
with brightness; "the stars shone brilliantly"; "the windows glowed jewel bright"
contritely
in a rueful manner; "`I made a big mistake,' he said ruefully"
nightly
at the end of each day; "she checks on her roses nightly" happening every night
rightly
with honesty; "he was rightly considered the greatest singer of his time"
tightly
in a tight or constricted manner; "a tightly packed pub" securely fixed or fastened; "the window was tightly sealed"

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Rhyming tips for songwriters

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

Since "slightly" 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 slightly?
Words that rhyme with slightly include: brightly, nightly, contritely, rightly, tightly, knightly, politely, forthrightly, lightly, sightly, and 180 more.
How many syllables does slightly have?
Slightly has 2 syllables.
How many words rhyme with slightly?
There are 190 words that rhyme with slightly: 190 perfect rhymes.
What is a good rhyme for slightly in a song?
The strongest rhymes for slightly in songwriting are brightly, nightly, contritely. 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 slightly?
Common, easy-to-use words that rhyme with slightly include brightly, nightly, contritely, rightly, tightly. These are grouped by syllable count: 0-syllable: attlee; 1-syllable: brightly, nightly; 2-syllable: forthrightly, unsightly. Matching syllable counts helps maintain consistent rhythm in your writing.

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