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15+ Words that rhyme with unkempt

Unkempt is a 2-syllable word with 15 perfect rhymes. The most popular rhymes are attempt, tempt, exempt. Two-syllable words give you rhythmic flexibility — they work as both end rhymes and internal rhymes within a line.

Definition of unkempt

adjective
  1. not neatly combed; "wild unkempt hair"
  2. not properly maintained or cared for; "an unkempt garden"; "native vistas and unkempt rambling paths"; "an ukempt appearance"

1 syllable

2 syllables

3 syllables

Examples of "unkempt" in lyrics

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

  • "Drug heads whose lives is unkempt"
    The Odd Couple (Jay Love & Louis Logic) — Por Que

What do these rhymes mean?

attempt
earnest and conscientious activity intended to do or accomplish something
contempt
lack of respect accompanied by a feeling of intense dislike; "he was held in contempt
exempt
(of persons) freed from or not subject to an obligation or liability (as e.g. taxes) to which others or other things
kempt
(of hair) neat and tidy; "a nicely kempt beard"
tempt
dispose or incline or entice to; "We were tempted by the delicious-looking food" provoke someone to do something

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Rhyming tips for songwriters

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

Since "unkempt" has 2 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 unkempt?
Words that rhyme with unkempt include: attempt, tempt, exempt, contempt, kempt, klimt, prompt, dreamed, preempt, undreamt, and 5 more.
How many syllables does unkempt have?
Unkempt has 2 syllables.
How many words rhyme with unkempt?
There are 15 words that rhyme with unkempt: 15 perfect rhymes.
What is a good rhyme for unkempt in a song?
The strongest rhymes for unkempt in songwriting are attempt, tempt, exempt. 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 unkempt?
Common, easy-to-use words that rhyme with unkempt include attempt, tempt, exempt, contempt, kempt. These are grouped by syllable count: 0-syllable: tempt, kempt; 1-syllable: attempt, exempt; 2-syllable: undamped, unstamped. Matching syllable counts helps maintain consistent rhythm in your writing.

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