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wait
To delay movement or action until some event or time
20 rhymes 4 letters

Found 20 Rhymes for Wait

Words that sound similar to wait:

elucidate●
articulate●
desolate●
facilitate
profligate●
explicate●
deliberate●
delineate●
ruminate●
innate●
cultivate●
state
alleviate●
intimate
venerate●
subordinate●
demonstrate
contemplate●
mitigate●
disseminate●

4 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 Wait

Below are all the dictionary definitions of wait:

1To delay movement or action until some event or time
2To remain neglected or in readiness.
3To wait tables
4To serve customers in a restaurant or other eating establishment.
5To remain faithful to one’s partner or betrothed during a prolonged period of absence.
6A delay.
7To delay movement or action until the arrival or occurrence of
8To await. (Now generally superseded by “wait for”.)
9An ambush.
10Musicians who sing or play at night or in the early morning, especially at Christmas time
11Serenaders
12Musical watchmen. [formerly waites, wayghtes.]
13To attend on
14To accompany
15Especially, to attend with ceremony or respect.
16To attend as a consequence
17To follow upon
18To accompany.
19To defer or postpone (especially a meal).
20To watch with malicious intent
21To lie in wait
22One who watches
23A watchman.
24Hautboys, or oboes, played by town musicians.
25A surname.
26Ellipsis of wait state. [(computing) Any of several instances in which a computer's processor cannot execute instructions (either for the entire computer, or just for a specific task) until an I/O operation completes, or until an interrupt is resolved.]

Writing Tips

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  • 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.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What words rhyme with wait?

Words like elucidate, articulate, desolate, facilitate, profligate rhyme with wait. These words share similar ending sounds and can be used to create rhythm in poetry and songs.

How many rhymes does wait have?

We have identified 20 rhymes for wait 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 wait

Finding the right rhyme for wait helps poets and songwriters add rhythm, musicality, and memorability to their work. Defined as "To delay movement or action until some event or time", wait has 20 words that share its ending sound pattern.

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