72+ Words that rhyme with watergate

Watergate is a 3-syllable word with 72 perfect rhymes. The most popular rhymes are plate, late, state. Multi-syllable rhymes sound more sophisticated — they're a hallmark of skilled lyricists and create complex rhythmic patterns.

Definition of watergate

noun
  1. a political scandal involving abuse of power and bribery and obstruction of justice; led to the resignation of Richard Nixon in 1974

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Examples of "watergate" in lyrics

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  • "Losing your faith, getting submerged under Watergate"
    Obscure Disorder — Lyrically Exposed (Part Two) - The Revelation
  • "Flow like watergate"
    Public Enemy — First the Sheep Next the Shepherd
  • "Step in my zone, your spot'll get blown like Watergate"
    Reflection Eternal f/ Mos Def, Mr. Man — Fortified Live

What do these rhymes mean?

create
make or cause to be or to become; "make a mess in one's office"; "create a furor" bring into existence
fete
an elaborate party (often outdoors) an organized series of acts and performances (usually in one place)
late
later than usual or than expected; "the train arrived late"; "we awoke late"; "the children came late to school
plate
(baseball) base consisting of a rubber slab where the batter stands
state
the territory occupied by one of the constituent administrative districts of a nation

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Rhyming tips for songwriters

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

Since "watergate" 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.

Frequently asked questions

What rhymes with watergate?
Words that rhyme with watergate include: plate, late, state, create, fete, date, fate, gate, hate, debate, and 62 more.
How many syllables does watergate have?
Watergate has 3 syllables.
How many words rhyme with watergate?
There are 72 words that rhyme with watergate: 72 perfect rhymes.
What is a good rhyme for watergate in a song?
The strongest rhymes for watergate in songwriting are plate, late, state. 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 watergate?
Common, easy-to-use words that rhyme with watergate include plate, late, state, create, fete. These are grouped by syllable count: 0-syllable: plate, late; 1-syllable: debate, innate; 2-syllable: abnegate, abrogate. Matching syllable counts helps maintain consistent rhythm in your writing.

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