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35+ Words that rhyme with westward

Westward is a 2-syllable word with 35 perfect rhymes. The most popular rhymes are awkward, backward, downward. Two-syllable words give you rhythmic flexibility — they work as both end rhymes and internal rhymes within a line.

Definition of westward

adverb
  1. toward the west; "they traveled westward toward the setting sun"
adjective
  1. moving toward the west; "westbound pioneers"
noun
  1. the cardinal compass point that is a 270 degrees

2 syllables

4 syllables

Examples of "westward" in lyrics

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

  • "And I'm stabbing westward"
    Atoms Family — Small Violins
  • "a river flowing westward"
    AOL — AOL
  • "resons people migrated westward"
    AOL — AOL

What do these rhymes mean?

afterward
happening at a time subsequent to a reference time; "he apologized subsequently
awkward
causing inconvenience; "they arrived at an awkward time" lacking grace or skill in manner or movement or performance
backward
at or to or toward the back or rear; "he moved back"; "tripped when he stepped backward
downward
spatially or metaphorically from a higher to a lower level or position; "don't fall down
edward
King of England and Ireland in 1936; his marriage to Wallis Warfield Simpson created a constitutional crisis leading to

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Rhyming tips for songwriters

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

Since "westward" 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 westward?
Words that rhyme with westward include: awkward, backward, downward, afterward, edward, inward, onward, seward, upward, forward, and 25 more.
How many syllables does westward have?
Westward has 2 syllables.
How many words rhyme with westward?
There are 35 words that rhyme with westward: 35 perfect rhymes.
What is a good rhyme for westward in a song?
The strongest rhymes for westward in songwriting are awkward, backward, downward. 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 westward?
Common, easy-to-use words that rhyme with westward include awkward, backward, downward, afterward, edward. These are grouped by syllable count: 0-syllable: awkward, backward; 1-syllable: afterward, homeward; 2-syllable: henceforward, thenceforward. Matching syllable counts helps maintain consistent rhythm in your writing.

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