Words That Rhyme with
gave
To move, shift, provide something abstract or concrete to someone or something or somewhere.
18 rhymes 4 letters

Found 18 Rhymes for Gave

Words that sound similar to gave:

enclave
waive
crave
wavebrave
knave
lave
concave
cave
deprave
conclave
rave
shave
architrave
behave
margrave
thrave
engrave

3 of these 18 words have its own rhyme network. Click any highlighted word to explore its rhymes. The others are shown for reference.

All Definitions for Gave

Below are all the dictionary definitions of gave:

1To move, shift, provide something abstract or concrete to someone or something or somewhere.
2To transfer one's possession or holding of (something) to (someone).
3To make a present or gift of.
4To pledge.
5To provide (something) to (someone), to allow or afford.
6To cause (a sensation or feeling) to exist in (the specified person, or the target, audience, etc).
7To give off (a certain vibe or appearance). (Compare giving.)
8To carry out (a physical interaction) with (something).
9To pass (something) into (someone's hand, etc.).
10To cause (a disease or condition) in, or to transmit (a disease or condition) to.
11To provide or administer (a medication)
12To present someone to an audience.
13To propose someone for a toast, used in standard formulations for toasts.
14To provide, as, a service or a broadcast.
15To estimate or predict (a duration or probability) for (something).
16To yield or collapse under pressure or force.
17To lead (onto or into).
18To provide a view of.
19To exhibit as a product or result
20To produce
21To yield.
22To cause
23To make
24Used with the infinitive.
25To cause (someone) to have
26Produce in (someone)
27Effectuate.
28To allow or admit by way of supposition
29To concede.
30To attribute
31To assign
32To adjudge.
33To communicate or announce (advice, tidings, etc.)
34To pronounce or utter (an opinion, a judgment, a shout, etc.).
35To grant power, permission, destiny, etc. (especially to a person)
36To allot
37To allow.
38To devote or apply (oneself).
39The amount of bending that something undergoes when a force is applied to it
40A tendency to yield under pressure
41Resilience.
42To become soft or moist.
43To shed tears
44To weep.
45To have a misgiving.
46Alternative form of gyve. [(literary) A shackle or fetter, especially for the leg.]

Writing Tips

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Frequently Asked Questions

What words rhyme with gave?

Words like enclave, waive, crave, wave, brave rhyme with gave. These words share similar ending sounds and can be used to create rhythm in poetry and songs.

How many rhymes does gave have?

We have identified 18 rhymes for gave 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 gave

Finding the right rhyme for gave helps poets and songwriters add rhythm, musicality, and memorability to their work. Defined as "To move, shift, provide something abstract or concrete to someone or something or somewhere.", gave has 18 words that share its ending sound pattern.

Each rhyme carries a slightly different meaning and connotation. Enclave is the most common rhyme in everyday usage. Waive works well in formal or poetic contexts. Crave 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 gave, but always read your line aloud to ensure the chosen word flows naturally and supports your intended message.