63+ Words that rhyme with tendency

Tendency is a 3-syllable word with 63 perfect rhymes. The most popular rhymes are ascendancy, dependency, ascendency. Multi-syllable rhymes sound more sophisticated — they're a hallmark of skilled lyricists and create complex rhythmic patterns.

Definition of tendency

noun
  1. an attitude of mind especially one that favors one alternative over others; "he had an inclination to give up too easily"; "a tendency to be too strict"
  2. an inclination to do something; "he felt leanings toward frivolity"
  3. a characteristic likelihood of or natural disposition toward a certain condition or character or effect; "the alkaline inclination of the local waters"; "fabric with a tendency to shrink"

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Examples of "tendency" in lyrics

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

  • "Homicide is my tendency"
    BG Knocc Out & Dresta — Whose The 'G'
  • "I do have the tendency"
    DJ K.O. f/ K-Hill, Masta Ace, Phonte, Wordsworth — Ladder of Success
  • "I sometimes have a tendency"
    Lauryn Hill f/ D'Angelo — Nothing Even Matters

What do these rhymes mean?

ascendancy
the state that exists when one person or group has power over another
ascendency
the state that exists when one person or group has power over another
c
being ten more than ninety a degree on the centigrade scale of temperature the speed at which light travels in a vacuum
dependency
the state of relying on or being controlled by someone or something else being abnormally tolerant to and dependent on
incessantly
with unflagging resolve; "dance inspires him ceaselessly to strive higher and higher toward the shining pinnacle of

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Rhyming tips for songwriters

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

Since "tendency" 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 tendency?
Words that rhyme with tendency include: ascendancy, dependency, ascendency, incessantly, c, cadency, latency, patency, potency, vacancy, and 53 more.
How many syllables does tendency have?
Tendency has 3 syllables.
How many words rhyme with tendency?
There are 63 words that rhyme with tendency: 63 perfect rhymes.
What is a good rhyme for tendency in a song?
The strongest rhymes for tendency in songwriting are ascendancy, dependency, ascendency. 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 tendency?
Common, easy-to-use words that rhyme with tendency include ascendancy, dependency, ascendency, incessantly, c. These are grouped by syllable count: 0-syllable: c, cie; 1-syllable: cadency, latency; 2-syllable: ascendancy, dependency. Matching syllable counts helps maintain consistent rhythm in your writing.

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