Words that rhyme with unlikely

Unlikely is a 4-syllable word with 3 perfect rhymes. The most popular rhymes are likely, brightly, contritely. Multi-syllable rhymes sound more sophisticated — they're a hallmark of skilled lyricists and create complex rhythmic patterns.

Definition of unlikely

adjective
  1. not likely to be true or to occur or to have occurred; "legislation on the question is highly unlikely"; "an improbable event"
  2. has little chance of being the case or coming about; "an unlikely story"; "an unlikely candidate for reelection"; "a butcher is unlikely to preach vegetarianism"
  3. having a probability too low to inspire belief

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2 syllables

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4 syllables

Examples of "unlikely" in lyrics

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

  • "Ooh, I think she likes me but, but it be unlikely"
    Asher Roth f/ Keri Hilson — She Don't Want a Man
  • "Find me smoked out, ain't unlikely"
    Kottonmouth Kings — Planet Budtron
  • "Find another me up in the streets is unlikely"
    Lil' Boosie f/ Webbie — Exciting

What do these rhymes mean?

brightly
with brightness; "the stars shone brilliantly"; "the windows glowed jewel bright"
contritely
in a rueful manner; "`I made a big mistake,' he said ruefully"
likely
with considerable certainty; without much doubt; "He is probably out of the country

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Rhyming tips for songwriters

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

Since "unlikely" has 4 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 unlikely?
Words that rhyme with unlikely include: likely, brightly, contritely.
How many syllables does unlikely have?
Unlikely has 4 syllables.
How many words rhyme with unlikely?
There are 3 words that rhyme with unlikely: 3 perfect rhymes.
What is a good rhyme for unlikely in a song?
The strongest rhymes for unlikely in songwriting are likely, brightly, contritely. 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 unlikely?
Common, easy-to-use words that rhyme with unlikely include likely, brightly, contritely. These are grouped by syllable count: 0-syllable: brightly; 1-syllable: likely; 2-syllable: contritely. Matching syllable counts helps maintain consistent rhythm in your writing.

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