40+ Words that rhyme with spiteful

Spiteful is a 3-syllable word with 40 perfect rhymes. The most popular rhymes are artful, boastful, deceitful. This word appears in songs across our database, making it a versatile choice for songwriters and poets.

Definition of spiteful

adjective
  1. showing malicious ill will and a desire to hurt; motivated by spite; "a despiteful fiend"; "a truly spiteful child"; "a vindictive man will look for occasions for resentment"

Examples of "spiteful" in lyrics

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  • "I'm spiteful"
    Dre Dog (Andre Nickatina) f/ Nocturnal Hustlers — Honeycomb
  • "From words exchanged back into days, I'm spiteful"
    Black Panther f/ Celph Titled, Oktober — So Cold
  • "And when that decayed, it made it bitter and spiteful"
    Brother Ali — Picket Fence

What do these rhymes mean?

artful
not straightforward or candid; giving a false appearance of frankness
boastful
exhibiting self-importance; "big talk"
deceitful
intended to deceive; "deceitful advertising"; "fallacious testimony
delightful
greatly pleasing or entertaining; "a delightful surprise"; "the comedy was delightful"; "a delicious joke"
despiteful
showing malicious ill will and a desire to hurt; motivated by spite; "a despiteful fiend"; "a truly spiteful child

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Rhyming tips for songwriters

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

Since "spiteful" has 3 syllables, try matching it with words of similar length for a balanced meter. Multi-syllable rhymes often sound more sophisticated than single-syllable pairs.

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