Words That Rhyme with
old
Of an object, concept, relationship, etc., having existed for a relatively long period of time.
20 rhymes 3 letters

Found 20 Rhymes for Old

Words that sound similar to old:

coldholdthreshold
scold
boldmold
strolled
stronghold
goldfoldtold
marigold
behold
extolled
withhold
unfold
controlled
consoled
untold
uncontrolled

9 of these 20 words have its own rhyme network. Click any highlighted word to explore its rhymes. The others are shown for reference.

All Definitions for Old

Below are all the dictionary definitions of old:

1Of an object, concept, relationship, etc., having existed for a relatively long period of time.
2Of a living being, having lived for most of the expected years.
3Of a perishable item, having existed for most of, or more than, its shelf life.
4Of a species or language, belonging to a lineage that is distantly related to others.
5Having been used and thus no longer new or unused.
6Having existed or lived for the specified time.
7Of an earlier time.
8Former, previous.
9That is no longer in existence.
10Obsolete
11Out-of-date.
12Familiar.
13Being a graduate or alumnus of a school, especially a public school.
14Tiresome after prolonged repetition.
15Said of subdued colors, particularly reds, pinks and oranges, as if they had faded over time.
16A grammatical intensifier, often used in describing something positive, and combined with another adjective.
17Indicating affection and familiarity.
18Designed for a mature audience
19Unsuitable for children below a certain age.
20People who are old
21Old beings
22The older generation, taken as a group.
23A person older than oneself, especially an adult in relation to a teenager.
24One's parents.
25A typically dark-coloured lager brewed by the traditional top-fermentation method.
26Excessive, abundant.
27A village and civil parish in West Northamptonshire district, Northamptonshire, England, previously in Daventry district (OS grid ref SP7873).
28A surname.
29Abbreviation of online dating. [Dating over the Internet, typically using a website or app to find potential connections.]
30Abbreviation of obsessive love disorder [A mental health condition in which a person feels an overwhelming obsessive desire to possess and protect another person, sometimes with an inability to accept failure or rejection.]
31Initialism of Oxford Latin Dictionary.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What words rhyme with old?

Words like cold, hold, threshold, scold, bold rhyme with old. These words share similar ending sounds and can be used to create rhythm in poetry and songs.

How many rhymes does old have?

We have identified 20 rhymes for old 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 old

Finding the right rhyme for old helps poets and songwriters add rhythm, musicality, and memorability to their work. Defined as "Of an object, concept, relationship, etc., having existed for a relatively long period of time.", old has 20 words that share its ending sound pattern.

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