12+ Words that rhyme with unlawful

Unlawful is a 3-syllable word with 12 perfect rhymes. The most popular rhymes are awful, cheerful, falafel. This word appears in songs across our database, making it a versatile choice for songwriters and poets.

Definition of unlawful

adjective
  1. not conforming to legality, moral law, or social convention; "an unconventional marriage"; "improper banking practices"
  2. contrary to or prohibited by or defiant of law; "unlawful measures"; "unlawful money"; "unlawful hunters"
  3. not morally right or permissible; "unlawful love"

Examples of "unlawful" in lyrics

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

  • "Y'all sound awful it oughta be unlawful"
    Bavu Blakes — Bah-Voo
  • "Unlawful"
    Black Moon — Rush
  • "I'm awful, often unlawful"
    Necro — You're Dead

What do these rhymes mean?

awful
used as intensifiers; "terribly interesting"; "I'm awful sorry" exceptionally bad or displeasing; "atrocious taste
cheerful
being full of or promoting cheer; having or showing good spirits; "her cheerful nature"; "a cheerful greeting
falafel
small croquette of mashed chick peas or fava beans seasoned with sesame seeds
harmful
causing or capable of causing harm; "too much sun is harmful to the skin"; "harmful effects of smoking"
offal
viscera and trimmings of a butchered animal often considered inedible by humans

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Rhyming tips for songwriters

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

Since "unlawful" 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.

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