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9+ Words that rhyme with whimsy

Whimsy is a 2-syllable word with 9 perfect rhymes. The most popular rhymes are clumsy, flimsy, c. Two-syllable words give you rhythmic flexibility — they work as both end rhymes and internal rhymes within a line.

Definition of whimsy

noun
  1. an odd or fanciful or capricious idea; "the theatrical notion of disguise is associated with disaster in his stories"; "he had a whimsy about flying to the moon"; "whimsy can be humorous to someone with time to enjoy it"
  2. the trait of acting unpredictably and more from whim or caprice than from reason or judgment; "I despair at the flightiness and whimsicality of my memory"

1 syllable

2 syllables

Examples of "whimsy" in lyrics

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

  • "dog whimsy"
    AOL — AOL
  • "artistic whimsy"
    AOL — AOL

What do these rhymes mean?

c
being ten more than ninety a degree on the centigrade scale of temperature the speed at which light travels in a vacuum
clumsy
lacking grace in movement or posture; "a gawky lad with long ungainly legs"; "clumsy fingers
flimsy
lacking solidity or strength; "a flimsy table"; "flimsy construction" not convincing; "unconvincing argument
malmsey
sweet Madeira wine

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Rhyming tips for songwriters

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

Since "whimsy" 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 whimsy?
Words that rhyme with whimsy include: clumsy, flimsy, c, malmsey, pumsie, cie, rumsey, ramsay, ramsey.
How many syllables does whimsy have?
Whimsy has 2 syllables.
How many words rhyme with whimsy?
There are 9 words that rhyme with whimsy: 9 perfect rhymes.
What is a good rhyme for whimsy in a song?
The strongest rhymes for whimsy in songwriting are clumsy, flimsy, c. 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 whimsy?
Common, easy-to-use words that rhyme with whimsy include clumsy, flimsy, c, malmsey, pumsie. These are grouped by syllable count: 0-syllable: c, pumsie; 1-syllable: clumsy, flimsy. Matching syllable counts helps maintain consistent rhythm in your writing.

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