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92+ Words that rhyme with wide

Wide is a 1-syllable word with 92 perfect rhymes. The most popular rhymes are side, inside, ride. Single-syllable words are the backbone of rap and poetry — they punch hard at line endings and pair easily with other one-syllable rhymes.

Definition of wide

adverb
  1. with or by a broad space; "stand with legs wide apart"; "ran wide around left end"
  2. to the fullest extent possible; "open your eyes wide"; "with the throttle wide open"
  3. far from the intended target; "the arrow went wide of the mark"; "a bullet went astray and killed a bystander"

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Examples of "wide" in lyrics

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

  • "With her legs gapped open wide"
    2 Live Crew — Dirty Nursery Rhymes
  • "I'll go between them legs that's open wide"
    2 Live Crew — Put Her in the Buck
  • "Butterfly, then open wide"
    2 Live Crew — Be My Private Dancer

What do these rhymes mean?

hide
the dressed skin of an animal (especially a large animal) body covering of a living animal prevent from being seen or
homicide
the killing of a human being by another human being
inside
within a building; "in winter we play inside" on the inside
ride
a journey in a vehicle (usually an automobile)
side
located on a side; "side fences"; "the side porch" a place within a region identified relative to a center or reference

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Rhyming tips for songwriters

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

Frequently asked questions

What rhymes with wide?
Words that rhyme with wide include: side, inside, ride, homicide, hide, pride, aside, outside, bride, slide, and 82 more.
How many syllables does wide have?
Wide has 1 syllable.
How many words rhyme with wide?
There are 92 words that rhyme with wide: 92 perfect rhymes.
What is a good rhyme for wide in a song?
The strongest rhymes for wide in songwriting are side, inside, ride. 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 wide?
Common, easy-to-use words that rhyme with wide include side, inside, ride, homicide, hide. These are grouped by syllable count: 0-syllable: side, ride; 1-syllable: inside, aside; 2-syllable: homicide, alongside. Matching syllable counts helps maintain consistent rhythm in your writing.

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