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178+ Words that rhyme with wary

Wary is a 2-syllable word with 178 perfect rhymes. The most popular rhymes are aerie, canary, contrary. Two-syllable words give you rhythmic flexibility — they work as both end rhymes and internal rhymes within a line.

Definition of wary

adjective
  1. marked by keen caution and watchful prudence; "they were wary in their movements"; "a wary glance at the black clouds"; "taught to be wary of strangers"
  2. openly distrustful and unwilling to confide

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Examples of "wary" in lyrics

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

  • "When I grab the mic look out and be wary"
    Diamond Shell f/ Kid Capri — Make 'Em Say Huh *
  • "Yes burdens vary, and it's wise to be wary"
    The Herd — Pearl
  • "The way we lost G was unfairly and wary"
    T.H.U.G. Angelz — The Obituary (E.B.G.G.)

What do these rhymes mean?

aerie
the lofty nest of a bird of prey (such as a hawk or eagle) any habitation at a high altitude
airy
open to or abounding in fresh air; "airy rooms" not practical or realizable; speculative
canary
having the color of a canary; of a light to moderate yellow someone acting as an informer or decoy for the police a
contrary
very opposed in nature or character or purpose; "acts contrary to our code of ethics
very
used as intensifiers; `real' is sometimes used informally for `really'; `rattling' is informal; "she was very gifted

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Rhyming tips for songwriters

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

Since "wary" 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 wary?
Words that rhyme with wary include: aerie, canary, contrary, airy, very, ferry, jerry, marry, merry, parry, and 168 more.
How many syllables does wary have?
Wary has 2 syllables.
How many words rhyme with wary?
There are 178 words that rhyme with wary: 178 perfect rhymes.
What is a good rhyme for wary in a song?
The strongest rhymes for wary in songwriting are aerie, canary, contrary. 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 wary?
Common, easy-to-use words that rhyme with wary include aerie, canary, contrary, airy, very. These are grouped by syllable count: 0-syllable: aerie, prairie; 1-syllable: airy, very; 2-syllable: canary, contrary. Matching syllable counts helps maintain consistent rhythm in your writing.

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