Words that rhyme with sustain

Sustain is a 2-syllable word with 275 perfect rhymes. The most popular rhymes are abstain, again, ain. This word appears in songs across our database, making it a versatile choice for songwriters and poets.

Definition of sustain

verb
  1. lengthen or extend in duration or space; "We sustained the diplomatic negotiations as long as possible"; "prolong the treatment of the patient"; "keep up the good work"
  2. undergo (as of injuries and illnesses); "She suffered a fracture in the accident"; "He had an insulin shock after eating three candy bars"; "She got a bruise on her leg"; "He got his arm broken in the scuffle"
  3. provide with nourishment; "We sustained ourselves on bread and water"; "This kind of food is not nourishing for young children"

4 syllables

Examples of "sustain" in lyrics

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

  • "Body blows that you can't sustain"
    J Wells f/ J-Ro, Kurupt — Tonight
  • "Rappers untrained, just can't sustain"
    Kool Moe Dee — Times Up
  • "Don't complain gain your composure, and try to sustain"
    K-Rino f/ K.O. — Everyday

What do these rhymes mean?

abstain
refrain from voting choose not to consume; "I abstain from alcohol"
again
anew; "she tried again"; "they rehearsed the scene again"
ain
belonging to or on behalf of a specified person (especially yourself); preceded by a possessive; "for your own use
appertain
be a part or attribute of
arcane
requiring secret or mysterious knowledge; "the arcane science of dowsing"

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Rhyming tips for songwriters

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

Since "sustain" 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.

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