Rhyme

/raɪm/

Meaning & Definition

noun

A correspondence of sound between words or the endings of words, especially when used at the end of lines of poetry.

The poem was full of perfect rhyme, making it pleasant to read aloud.

A word that rhymes with another.

In the line 'The cat sat on the mat', 'mat' is the rhyme for 'cat'.

The repetitive pattern of sounds that may appear in a verse or song.

The rap artist was known for his clever rhymes that captivated the audience.

verb

To have or end with a sound that corresponds to another word.

The composer decided to rhyme 'star' with 'far' in her lyrics.

To create a rhyme or rhymes.

He loves to rhyme words to make fun poetry for children.

From Middle English 'ryme', from Old French 'rime', from Latin 'rhythmus'

in rhyme

In a form where the ending sounds match.

rhyming couplet

Two lines of verse that rhyme and have the same meter.

rhyme scheme

The pattern of rhymes in a poem.

rhythm

A strong, regular, repeated pattern of movement or sound.

To freestyle rap or create spontaneous rhymes.

He started to rhyme at the party and impressed everyone.

To align closely with someone's thoughts or words.

I was totally rhyming with her on that topic.