14+ Words that rhyme with terrible

Terrible is a 3-syllable word with 14 perfect rhymes. The most popular rhymes are unbearable, bearable, arable. Multi-syllable rhymes sound more sophisticated — they're a hallmark of skilled lyricists and create complex rhythmic patterns.

Definition of terrible

adjective
  1. causing fear or dread or terror; "the awful war"; "an awful risk"; "dire news"; "a career or vengeance so direful that London was shocked"; "the dread presence of the headmaster"; "polio is no longer the dreaded disease it once was"; "a dreadful storm"; "a fearful howling"; "horrendous explosions shook the city"; "a terrible curse"
  2. exceptionally bad or displeasing; "atrocious taste"; "abominable workmanship"; "an awful voice"; "dreadful manners"; "a painful performance"; "terrible handwriting"; "an unspeakable odor came sweeping into the room"
  3. intensely or extremely bad or unpleasant in degree or quality; "severe pain"; "a severe case of flu"; "a terrible cough"; "under wicked fire from the enemy's guns"; "a wicked cough"

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Examples of "terrible" in lyrics

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

  • "I try to find a job, I'm filthy plus I smell terrible"
    Benefit — Fairwell
  • "These stereo-rap tracks are terrible"
    Blu & Exile — Simply Amazin'
  • "while average teens is unaware and living terrible"
    Capital D — Culture of Terrorism

What do these rhymes mean?

arable
(of farmland) capable of being farmed productively
bearable
capable of being borne though unpleasant; "sufferable punishment"
comparable
able to be compared or worthy of comparison conforming in every respect; "boxes with corresponding dimensions
unbearable
incapable of being put up with; "an intolerable degree of sentimentality"
wearable
suitable for wear or able to be worn; "wearable evening clothes

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Rhyming tips for songwriters

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

Since "terrible" 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 terrible?
Words that rhyme with terrible include: unbearable, bearable, arable, comparable, wearable, parable, declarable, unwearable, repairable, marable, and 4 more.
How many syllables does terrible have?
Terrible has 3 syllables.
How many words rhyme with terrible?
There are 14 words that rhyme with terrible: 14 perfect rhymes.
What is a good rhyme for terrible in a song?
The strongest rhymes for terrible in songwriting are unbearable, bearable, arable. 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 terrible?
Common, easy-to-use words that rhyme with terrible include unbearable, bearable, arable, comparable, wearable. These are grouped by syllable count: 0-syllable: beall; 1-syllable: bearable, arable; 2-syllable: unbearable, comparable. Matching syllable counts helps maintain consistent rhythm in your writing.

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