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94+ Words that rhyme with unholy

Unholy is a 3-syllable word with 94 perfect rhymes. The most popular rhymes are holy, lowly, goalie. Multi-syllable rhymes sound more sophisticated — they're a hallmark of skilled lyricists and create complex rhythmic patterns.

Definition of unholy

adjective
  1. not hallowed or consecrated
  2. extremely evil or cruel; expressive of cruelty or befitting hell; "something demonic in him--something that could be cruel"; "fires lit up a diabolic scene"; "diabolical sorcerers under the influence of devils"; "a fiendish despot"; "hellish torture"; "infernal instruments of war"; "satanic cruelty"; "unholy grimaces"
  3. having committed unrighteous acts; "a sinful person"

1 syllable

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Examples of "unholy" in lyrics

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

  • "Setting fires in the caverns of the unholy"
    Jedi Mind Tricks f/ Apathy, Breath of Judah — Three Immortals
  • "I rather die like Christ than live unholy"
    Lecrae — Souled Out
  • "Machine gun in my hand, every thought is unholy"
    Mac Mall — Clock Work

What do these rhymes mean?

goalie
the soccer or hockey player assigned to protect the goal the defensive position on an ice hockey or soccer or lacrosse
holy
belonging to or derived from or associated with a divine power a sacred place of pilgrimage
lowly
low or inferior in station or quality; "a humble cottage"; "a lowly parish priest"; "a modest man of the people
ravioli
small circular or square cases of dough with savory fillings
slowly
without speed (`slow' is sometimes used informally for `slowly'); "he spoke slowly

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Rhyming tips for songwriters

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

Since "unholy" 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 unholy?
Words that rhyme with unholy include: holy, lowly, goalie, slowly, ravioli, guacamole, holey, anole, wholly, prole, and 84 more.
How many syllables does unholy have?
Unholy has 3 syllables.
How many words rhyme with unholy?
There are 94 words that rhyme with unholy: 94 perfect rhymes.
What is a good rhyme for unholy in a song?
The strongest rhymes for unholy in songwriting are holy, lowly, goalie. 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 unholy?
Common, easy-to-use words that rhyme with unholy include holy, lowly, goalie, slowly, ravioli. These are grouped by syllable count: 0-syllable: goalie, solie; 1-syllable: holy, lowly; 2-syllable: ravioli, anole. Matching syllable counts helps maintain consistent rhythm in your writing.

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