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102+ Words that rhyme with uphold

Uphold is a 2-syllable word with 102 perfect rhymes. The most popular rhymes are cold, behold, bold. Two-syllable words give you rhythmic flexibility — they work as both end rhymes and internal rhymes within a line.

Definition of uphold

verb
  1. keep or maintain in unaltered condition; cause to remain or last; "preserve the peace in the family"; "continue the family tradition"; "Carry on the old traditions"
  2. stand up for; stick up for; of causes, principles, or ideals
  3. support against an opponent; "The appellate court upheld the verdict"

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2 syllables

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Examples of "uphold" in lyrics

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

  • "For it is the truth that i must uphold"
    Aceyalone — I Can't Complain
  • "I go nutty for his word to be told, to uphold"
    Cilvaringz f/ Roger Peterson — Deaf, Dumb & Blind
  • "Still mellow is the trait I choose to uphold"
    Kurious — Jorge of the Projects

What do these rhymes mean?

behold
see with attention; "behold Christ!"
bold
fearless and daring; "bold settlers on some foreign shore"; "a bold speech"; "a bold adventure" clear and distinct
cold
having a low or inadequate temperature or feeling a sensation of coldness or having been made cold by e.g. ice or
gold
made from or covered with gold; "gold coins"; "the gold dome of the Capitol"; "the golden calf
old
(used especially of persons) having lived for a relatively long time or attained a specific age

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Rhyming tips for songwriters

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

Since "uphold" 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 uphold?
Words that rhyme with uphold include: cold, behold, bold, gold, old, fold, hold, mold, sold, wold, and 92 more.
How many syllables does uphold have?
Uphold has 2 syllables.
How many words rhyme with uphold?
There are 102 words that rhyme with uphold: 102 perfect rhymes.
What is a good rhyme for uphold in a song?
The strongest rhymes for uphold in songwriting are cold, behold, bold. 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 uphold?
Common, easy-to-use words that rhyme with uphold include cold, behold, bold, gold, old. These are grouped by syllable count: 0-syllable: cold, bold; 1-syllable: behold, enfold; 2-syllable: controlled, copyhold. Matching syllable counts helps maintain consistent rhythm in your writing.

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