Synonyms of rhythm

rhythm

noun

ˈri-t͟həm 

as in cadence

the recurrent pattern formed by a series of sounds having a regular rise and fall in intensity

the steady rhythm of the rain falling on the roof

Synonyms & Similar Words

• cadence
• beat
• drum
• emphasis
• meter
• throb
• accent
• measure
• accentuation
• stress
• movement
• backbeat
• sway
• swing
• lilt
• tetrameter
• hexameter
• pentameter
• trimeter

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of rhythm

But to make up for it, former drummer Chris Weingarten has joined his replacement, Joe Wong, giving bassist/vocalist BJ Warshaw and keyboardist/guitarist/vocalist Dan Friel a two-kit rhythm section to play with. — Reed Jackson, SPIN, 10 July 2026

According to Eubanks, Djokovic must disrupt Sinner’s movement to break his rhythm, and take his chances. — Douglas Robson, Los Angeles Times, 9 July 2026

The nurturing Moon settles into your 4th House of Home, squaring transformative Pluto in your 1st House of Identity, so family rhythms may confront personal growth. — Tarot.com, Hartford Courant, 9 July 2026

Light pollution is known to impact wildlife and ecosystems, disrupting natural rhythms and influencing everything from migration patterns to daily feeding schedules. — Chelsea Gohd, Space.com, 9 July 2026