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61+ Words that rhyme with wholesome

Wholesome is a 3-syllable word with 61 perfect rhymes. The most popular rhymes are buxom, balsam, dorsum. Multi-syllable rhymes sound more sophisticated — they're a hallmark of skilled lyricists and create complex rhythmic patterns.

Definition of wholesome

adjective
  1. conducive to or characteristic of physical or moral well- being; "wholesome attitude"; "wholesome appearance"; "wholesome food"
  2. sound or exhibiting soundness in body or mind; "exercise develops wholesome appetites"; "a grin on his ugly wholesome face"

2 syllables

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Examples of "wholesome" in lyrics

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

  • "Chills, rippin up the skills, I'm like wholesome"
    Das EFX — Freakit
  • "I met some wholesome chick, I mean she REAL wholesome"
    J-Zone f/ Masta Ace — Gimme, Gimme, Gimme
  • "Take her to church and make her wholesome"
    The Longshots — Girl Next Door

What do these rhymes mean?

awesome
inspiring awe or admiration or wonder; "New York is an amazing city"; "the Grand Canyon is an awe-inspiring sight
balsam
any seed plant yielding balsam any of various fragrant oleoresins used in medicines and perfumes an ointment containing
blithesome
carefree and happy and lighthearted; "was loved for her blithe spirit"; "a merry blithesome nature
buxom
(of a woman's body) having a large bosom and pleasing curves; "Hollywood seems full of curvaceous blondes
dorsum
the posterior part of a human (or animal) body from the neck to the end of the spine

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Rhyming tips for songwriters

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

Since "wholesome" 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 wholesome?
Words that rhyme with wholesome include: buxom, balsam, dorsum, awesome, blithesome, bothersome, burdensome, cuddlesome, cumbersome, adventuresome, and 51 more.
How many syllables does wholesome have?
Wholesome has 3 syllables.
How many words rhyme with wholesome?
There are 61 words that rhyme with wholesome: 61 perfect rhymes.
What is a good rhyme for wholesome in a song?
The strongest rhymes for wholesome in songwriting are buxom, balsam, dorsum. 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 wholesome?
Common, easy-to-use words that rhyme with wholesome include buxom, balsam, dorsum, awesome, blithesome. These are grouped by syllable count: 0-syllable: buxom, balsam; 1-syllable: awesome, blithesome; 2-syllable: abomasum, helichrysum. Matching syllable counts helps maintain consistent rhythm in your writing.

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