10+ Words that rhyme with withholding

Withholding is a 3-syllable word with 10 perfect rhymes. The most popular rhymes are beholding, folding, golding. Multi-syllable rhymes sound more sophisticated — they're a hallmark of skilled lyricists and create complex rhythmic patterns.

Definition of withholding

noun
  1. the act of deducting from an employee's salary
  2. income tax withheld from employees' wages and paid directly to the government by the employer
  3. the act of holding back or keeping within your possession or control; "I resented his withholding permission"; "there were allegations of the withholding of evidence"

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2 syllables

3 syllables

Examples of "withholding" in lyrics

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

  • "federal employee withholding"
    AOL — AOL
  • "federal employee income tax withholding"
    AOL — AOL
  • "federal income tax withholding"
    AOL — AOL

What do these rhymes mean?

beholding
perception by means of the eyes
folding
capable of being folded up and stored
golding
English novelist (1911-1993)
holding
the act of retaining something something owned; any tangible or intangible possession that is owned by someone
molding
the act of creating something by casting it in a mold a decorative strip used for ornamentation or finishing a

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Rhyming tips for songwriters

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

Since "withholding" 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 withholding?
Words that rhyme with withholding include: beholding, folding, golding, holding, molding, moulding, scolding, unfolding, upholding, bolding.
How many syllables does withholding have?
Withholding has 3 syllables.
How many words rhyme with withholding?
There are 10 words that rhyme with withholding: 10 perfect rhymes.
What is a good rhyme for withholding in a song?
The strongest rhymes for withholding in songwriting are beholding, folding, golding. 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 withholding?
Common, easy-to-use words that rhyme with withholding include beholding, folding, golding, holding, molding. These are grouped by syllable count: 0-syllable: folding, golding; 1-syllable: beholding, unfolding. Matching syllable counts helps maintain consistent rhythm in your writing.

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