Words That Rhyme with
escape
To get free
17 rhymes 6 letters

Found 17 Rhymes for Escape

Words that sound similar to escape:

shape
gape
drape
scrape
rape
agape
scape
grape
landscape
reshape
swape
crepe
tape
shipshape
videotape
chape
pape

3 of these 17 words have its own rhyme network. Click any highlighted word to explore its rhymes. The others are shown for reference.

All Definitions for Escape

Below are all the dictionary definitions of escape:

1To get free
2To free oneself.
3To avoid (any unpleasant person or thing)
4To elude, get away from.
5To avoid capture
6To get away with something, avoid punishment.
7The act of leaving a dangerous or unpleasant situation.
8A holiday, viewed as time away from the vicissitudes of life.
9To elude the observation or notice of
10To not be seen or remembered by.
11To cause (a single character, or all such characters in a string) to be interpreted literally, instead of with any special meaning it would usually have in the same context, often by prefixing with another character.
12To halt a program or command by pressing a key (such as the "Esc" key) or combination of keys.
13Something that has escaped
14An escapee.
15Escape key
16The text character represented by 27 (decimal) or 1B (hexadecimal).
17A successful shot from a snooker position.
18A defective product that is allowed to leave a manufacturing facility.
19An apophyge.
20A cultivated plant found growing as though wild, dispersed by some agency.
21That which escapes attention or restraint
22A mistake, oversight, or transgression.
23A sally.
24Leakage or outflow, as of steam or a liquid, or an electric current through defective insulation.

Writing Tips

  • Use rhymes to add rhythm and musicality to poetry and lyrics.
  • Near rhymes can be effective when perfect rhymes feel forced.
  • Consider syllable count when matching rhymes for meter.
  • Internal rhymes add complexity without predictable end-rhyme patterns.
Frequently Asked Questions

What words rhyme with escape?

Words like shape, gape, drape, scrape, rape rhyme with escape. These words share similar ending sounds and can be used to create rhythm in poetry and songs.

How many rhymes does escape have?

We have identified 17 rhymes for escape in our database. English has many words with similar ending sounds.

Can I use these rhymes in songwriting?

Most rhymes listed here are suitable for songwriting and poetry. Consider syllable count and stress pattern for the best musical fit.

About rhymes for escape

Finding the right rhyme for escape helps poets and songwriters add rhythm, musicality, and memorability to their work. Defined as "To get free", escape has 17 words that share its ending sound pattern.

Each rhyme carries a slightly different meaning and connotation. Shape is the most common rhyme in everyday usage. Gape works well in formal or poetic contexts. Drape is often preferred when the context calls for a specific nuance or imagery.

When choosing a rhyme, consider the meaning, formality level, and intended emotional impact. Some rhymes work better in casual songs while others shine in formal poetry. The list above provides the most common and useful rhymes for escape, but always read your line aloud to ensure the chosen word flows naturally and supports your intended message.