All Definitions for Parade
Below are all the dictionary definitions of parade:
1An organized display of a group of people, particularly
2Synonym of military parade: A show of troops, an assembly of troops as a show of force, to receive orders, or especially for inspection at set times.
3A public procession, especially one commemorating a holiday or special event or (dated) in protest.
4Synonym of gaggle: A group of geese when on the move, particularly a line of goslings shepherded by one or more adults.
5Synonym of herd: A group of elephants when on the move.
6A place reserved for such displays, particularly
7Synonym of parade ground: A place specially designated for such displays or for practicing close-order drills.
8Synonym of promenade: A route, street, or square frequented by pedestrians or formerly used for military parades.
9Synonym of road, used in place names.
10The people who make up such a display, particularly
11The body of soldiers thus assembled.
12The body of promenaders thus assembled.
13Synonym of show: any similarly orderly or ostentatious display, especially of a variety of people or a series of things paraded around.
14A row of shops beside a street.
15To take part in a parade, particularly:
16To assemble for inspection, to receive orders, etc.
17To march impressively or ostentatiously.
18To march past.
19To march through or along.
20Synonym of promenade: to walk up and down, especially in public in order to show off and be seen by others.
21To move slowly through or among.
22To walk in a row led by one parent, often trailed by the other.
23To cause to take part in a parade, particularly
24To assemble soldiers for inspection, to receive orders, etc.
25Synonym of show off: to display or reveal prominently or ostentatiously, especially in a kind of procession.
26Synonym of parry in both its literal and figurative senses.
27To furnish with a parade or parades.
28Ellipsis of programme parade: a description of the programming schedule formerly announced on the radio and various television channels. [(UK, archaic or historical) A block of airtime used to list and describe the upcoming programming schedule.]
About rhymes for parade
Finding the right rhyme for parade helps poets and songwriters add rhythm, musicality, and memorability to their work. Defined as "An organized display of a group of people, particularly", parade has 20 words that share its ending sound pattern.
Each rhyme carries a slightly different meaning and connotation. Dismayed is the most common rhyme in everyday usage. Accolade works well in formal or poetic contexts. Renegade 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 parade, but always read your line aloud to ensure the chosen word flows naturally and supports your intended message.