81+ Words that rhyme with was

Was is a 1-syllable word with 81 perfect rhymes. The most popular rhymes are buzz, abuzz, clause. Single-syllable words are the backbone of rap and poetry — they punch hard at line endings and pair easily with other one-syllable rhymes.

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Examples of "was" in lyrics

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

  • "Cause I knew I never was"
    3 Melancholy Gypsies — Young Man
  • "He moves deeper, asleep is what you thought he was"
    3rd Bass — Problem Child
  • "It's po' folks like us who made you what you was"
    4 Deep — Real

What do these rhymes mean?

abuzz
noisy like the sound of a bee; "the room was abuzz over the latest scandal"
applause
a demonstration of approval by clapping the hands together
buzz
sound of rapid vibration; "the buzz of a bumble bee" a confusion of activity and gossip
clause
(grammar) an expression including a subject and predicate but not constituting a complete sentence a separate section
dawes
American patriot who rode with Paul Revere to warn that the British were advancing on Lexington and Concord (1745-1799)

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Rhyming tips for songwriters

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

Frequently asked questions

What rhymes with was?
Words that rhyme with was include: buzz, abuzz, clause, dawes, applause, fuzz, pause, cause, gauze, cos, and 71 more.
How many syllables does was have?
Was has 1 syllable.
How many words rhyme with was?
There are 81 words that rhyme with was: 81 perfect rhymes.
What is a good rhyme for was in a song?
The strongest rhymes for was in songwriting are buzz, abuzz, clause. 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 was?
Common, easy-to-use words that rhyme with was include buzz, abuzz, clause, dawes, applause. These are grouped by syllable count: 0-syllable: buzz, clause; 1-syllable: abuzz, dawes; 2-syllable: vichyssoise, debevoise. Matching syllable counts helps maintain consistent rhythm in your writing.

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