Words That Rhyme with
prime
First in importance, degree, or rank.
17 rhymes 5 letters

Found 17 Rhymes for Prime

Words that sound similar to prime:

paradigm
sublime
chime
pantomime
maritime
stime
time
slime
climblime
rhyme
lifetime
daytime
nighttime
summertime
dime
clime

6 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 Prime

Below are all the dictionary definitions of prime:

1First in importance, degree, or rank.
2First in time, order, or sequence.
3First in excellence, quality, or value.
4Having exactly two integral factors: itself and unity (1 in the case of integers).
5Such that if it divides a product, it divides one of the multiplicands.
6Having its complement closed under multiplication.
7Such that the annihilator of any nonzero submodule is equal to the annihilator of the whole module.
8Marked or distinguished by the prime symbol.
9Early
10Blooming
11Being in the first stage.
12The religious service appointed to this hour.
13The most active, thriving, or successful stage or period.
14The chief or best individual or part.
15Something which is first in importance or rank: a prime defense company, mortgage lender, etc.
16The first note or tone of a musical scale.
17The first defensive position, with the sword hand held at head height, and the tip of the sword at head height.
18A prime element of a mathematical structure, particularly a prime number.
19A four-card hand containing one card of each suit in the game of primero
20The opposite of a flush in poker.
21A series of consecutive blocks. A prime of six prevents the opponent's pieces from passing.
22The symbol ′ used to indicate feet, minutes, derivation and other measures and mathematical operations.
23An inch, as composed of twelve seconds in the duodecimal system.
24A feather, from the wing of the cock ostrich, that is of the palest possible shade.
25A stimulus which causes priming.
26To fill or prepare the chamber of a mechanism for its main work.
27To apply a coat of primer paint to.
28To serve as priming for the charge of a gun.
29To work so that foaming occurs from too violent ebullition, which causes water to become mixed with, and be carried along with, the steam that is formed.
30To apply priming to (a musket or cannon)
31To apply a primer to (a metallic cartridge).
32To prepare
33To make ready.
34To mark with a prime mark.
35An intermediate sprint within a race, usually offering a prize and/or points.
36Lecherous, lewd, lustful.
37The first hour of daylight
38The first canonical hour.
39The early morning generally.
40The earliest stage of something.
41Any number expressing the combining weight or equivalent of any particular element
42So called because these numbers were respectively reduced to their lowest relative terms on the fixed standard of hydrogen as 1.
43The priming in a flintlock.
44To be renewed.
45To instruct beforehand, as for an examination
46To coach.
47To trim or prune.
48A surname.
49Contraction of prime lens, a film lens. [(photography) A photographic lens with a constant focal length, as opposed to a zoom lens.]

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Frequently Asked Questions

What words rhyme with prime?

Words like paradigm, sublime, chime, pantomime, maritime rhyme with prime. These words share similar ending sounds and can be used to create rhythm in poetry and songs.

How many rhymes does prime have?

We have identified 17 rhymes for prime 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 prime

Finding the right rhyme for prime helps poets and songwriters add rhythm, musicality, and memorability to their work. Defined as "First in importance, degree, or rank.", prime has 17 words that share its ending sound pattern.

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