738+ Words that rhyme with temptation

Temptation is a 3-syllable word with 500 perfect rhymes. The most popular rhymes are cetacean, citation, creation. Multi-syllable rhymes sound more sophisticated — they're a hallmark of skilled lyricists and create complex rhythmic patterns.

Definition of temptation

noun
  1. something that seduces or has the quality to seduce
  2. the desire to have or do something that you know you should avoid; "he felt the temptation and his will power weakened"
  3. the act of influencing by exciting hope or desire; "his enticements were shameless"

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Examples of "temptation" in lyrics

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

  • "Barry Gordy style can't resist the temptation"
    The 49ers — Music
  • "Cause I'm livin in a currupt nation, and they keep bringin temptation"
    Antonious — You Don't Have to Cry
  • "I strive for righteousness though might just listen to temptation"
    Atoms Family f/ Cryptic One, Eternia, Vast Aire — Rhyming For Dummies

What do these rhymes mean?

agitation
a mental state of extreme emotional disturbance a state of agitation or turbulent change or development
cetacean
of or relating to whales and dolphins etc large aquatic carnivorous mammal with fin-like forelimbs no hind limbs,
citation
an official award (as for bravery or service) usually given as formal public statement (law) the act of citing (as of
creation
the human act of creating an artifact that has been brought into existence by someone the event that occurred at the
meditation
continuous and profound contemplation or musing on a subject or series of subjects of a deep or abstruse nature

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Rhyming tips for songwriters

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

Since "temptation" 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.

Frequently asked questions

What rhymes with temptation?
Words that rhyme with temptation include: cetacean, citation, creation, meditation, agitation, adaptation, amputation, annotation, cogitation, affectation, and 490 more.
How many syllables does temptation have?
Temptation has 3 syllables.
How many words rhyme with temptation?
There are 738 words that rhyme with temptation: 500 perfect rhymes.
What is a good rhyme for temptation in a song?
The strongest rhymes for temptation in songwriting are cetacean, citation, creation. 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 temptation?
Common, easy-to-use words that rhyme with temptation include cetacean, citation, creation, meditation, agitation. These are grouped by syllable count: 0-syllable: creation, nation; 1-syllable: cetacean, citation; 2-syllable: meditation, agitation. Matching syllable counts helps maintain consistent rhythm in your writing.

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