15+ Words that rhyme with tempt

Tempt is a 1-syllable word with 15 perfect rhymes. The most popular rhymes are contempt, attempt, exempt. Single-syllable words are the backbone of rap and poetry — they punch hard at line endings and pair easily with other one-syllable rhymes.

Definition of tempt

verb
  1. dispose or incline or entice to; "We were tempted by the delicious-looking food"
  2. provoke someone to do something through (often false or exaggerated) promises or persuasion; "He lured me into temptation"
  3. give rise to a desire by being attractive or inviting; "the window displays tempted the shoppers"

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Examples of "tempt" in lyrics

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

  • "Recite a team neighborly, and will ask if they can really tempt"
    Dungeon Masta — Lurkin' Shadowz
  • "dat they can tempt"
    Eightball & MJG — Pimps
  • "Yo I intercept when you attempt to tempt"
    Mathematik — Rhyme Training

What do these rhymes mean?

attempt
earnest and conscientious activity intended to do or accomplish something
contempt
lack of respect accompanied by a feeling of intense dislike; "he was held in contempt
exempt
(of persons) freed from or not subject to an obligation or liability (as e.g. taxes) to which others or other things
kempt
(of hair) neat and tidy; "a nicely kempt beard"
unkempt
not neatly combed; "wild unkempt hair" not properly maintained or cared for; "an unkempt garden

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Rhyming tips for songwriters

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

Frequently asked questions

What rhymes with tempt?
Words that rhyme with tempt include: contempt, attempt, exempt, unkempt, kempt, klimt, prompt, dreamed, preempt, undreamt, and 5 more.
How many syllables does tempt have?
Tempt has 1 syllable.
How many words rhyme with tempt?
There are 15 words that rhyme with tempt: 15 perfect rhymes.
What is a good rhyme for tempt in a song?
The strongest rhymes for tempt in songwriting are contempt, attempt, exempt. 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 tempt?
Common, easy-to-use words that rhyme with tempt include contempt, attempt, exempt, unkempt, kempt. These are grouped by syllable count: 0-syllable: kempt, klimt; 1-syllable: contempt, attempt; 2-syllable: undamped, unstamped. Matching syllable counts helps maintain consistent rhythm in your writing.

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