85+ Words that rhyme with surplus

Surplus is a 2-syllable word with 85 perfect rhymes. The most popular rhymes are accomplice, surplice, atlas. Two-syllable words give you rhythmic flexibility — they work as both end rhymes and internal rhymes within a line.

Definition of surplus

adjective
  1. more than is needed, desired, or required; "trying to lose excess weight"; "found some extra change lying on the dresser"; "yet another book on heraldry might be thought redundant"; "skills made redundant by technological advance"; "sleeping in the spare room"; "supernumerary ornamentation"; "it was supererogatory of her to gloat"; "delete superfluous (or unnecessary) words"; "extra ribs as well as other supernumerary internal parts"; "surplus cheese distributed to the needy"
noun
  1. a quantity much larger than is needed

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Examples of "surplus" in lyrics

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

  • "How can people still be hungry, when there's a surplus?"
    Aceyalone — Ms. AmeriKKKa
  • "how can people still be hungry, when there's a surplus?"
    Aceyalone — Ms. AmeriKKKa
  • "Scratch off '08, there's no need for the surplus"
    Almighty — The Saga Begins

What do these rhymes mean?

accomplice
a person who joins with another in carrying out some plan (especially an unethical or illegal plan)
artless
characterized by an inability to mask your feelings; not devious
atlas
(Greek mythology) a Titan who was forced by Zeus to bear the sky on his shoulders a collection of maps in book form the
cumulus
a globular cloud a collection of objects laid on top of each other
surplice
a loose-fitting white ecclesiastical vestment with wide sleeves

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Rhyming tips for songwriters

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

Since "surplus" 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 surplus?
Words that rhyme with surplus include: accomplice, surplice, atlas, artless, cumulus, cutlass, bootless, calculus, dateless, doubtless, and 75 more.
How many syllables does surplus have?
Surplus has 2 syllables.
How many words rhyme with surplus?
There are 85 words that rhyme with surplus: 85 perfect rhymes.
What is a good rhyme for surplus in a song?
The strongest rhymes for surplus in songwriting are accomplice, surplice, atlas. 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 surplus?
Common, easy-to-use words that rhyme with surplus include accomplice, surplice, atlas, artless, cumulus. These are grouped by syllable count: 0-syllable: surplice, atlas; 1-syllable: accomplice, cumulus; 2-syllable: funiculus, fasciculus. Matching syllable counts helps maintain consistent rhythm in your writing.

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