24+ Words that rhyme with ulterior

Ulterior is a 3-syllable word with 24 perfect rhymes. The most popular rhymes are anterior, exterior, inferior. Multi-syllable rhymes sound more sophisticated — they're a hallmark of skilled lyricists and create complex rhythmic patterns.

Definition of ulterior

adjective
  1. lying beyond what is openly revealed or avowed (especially being kept in the background or deliberately concealed); "subterranean motives for murder"; "looked too closely for an ulterior purpose in all knowledge"- Bertrand Russell
  2. beyond or outside an area of immediate interest; remote; "a suggestion ulterior to the present discussion"; "without...any purpose, immediate or ulterior"- G.B.Shaw
  3. coming at a subsequent time or stage; "without ulterior argument"; "the mood posterior to"

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Examples of "ulterior" in lyrics

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

  • "Never I fault or halt or alt-er my ulterior"
    Hieroglyphics (featured artist: Pep Love) — After Dark

What do these rhymes mean?

anterior
of or near the head end or toward the front plane of a body earlier in time a tooth situated at the front of the mouth
exterior
situated in or suitable for the outdoors or outside of a building; "an exterior scene"; "exterior grade plywood
inferior
of or characteristic of low rank or importance of low or inferior quality written or printed below and to one side of
interior
situated within or suitable for inside a building; "an interior scene"; "interior decoration
superior
of high or superior quality or performance; "superior wisdom derived from experience

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Rhyming tips for songwriters

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

Since "ulterior" 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 ulterior?
Words that rhyme with ulterior include: anterior, exterior, inferior, interior, superior, skier, rapier, iberia, liberia, siberia, and 14 more.
How many syllables does ulterior have?
Ulterior has 3 syllables.
How many words rhyme with ulterior?
There are 24 words that rhyme with ulterior: 24 perfect rhymes.
What is a good rhyme for ulterior in a song?
The strongest rhymes for ulterior in songwriting are anterior, exterior, inferior. 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 ulterior?
Common, easy-to-use words that rhyme with ulterior include anterior, exterior, inferior, interior, superior. These are grouped by syllable count: 0-syllable: skier, freer; 1-syllable: rapier, nastier; 2-syllable: anterior, exterior. Matching syllable counts helps maintain consistent rhythm in your writing.

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