Top 13 Words That Rhyme with Wives (With Meanings)

Written by Gabriel Cruz - Foodie, Animal Lover, Slang & Language Enthusiast

This post contains our favorite combination of "perfect rhymes" and "near rhymes". Near rhymes are words you may have to stretch or exaggerate for songwriting and poems.

Welcome to this guide on the best words that rhyme with wives!

Here you’ll find the top 13 words and phrases for rhyming the word ‘wives’.

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Words That Rhyme With Wives

  • Arrives – To reach or come to a particular place or destination, often after a journey or period of time; also refers to the act of attaining success or achievement.
  • Chives – A type of herb with long, thin leaves used in cooking; also refers to a type of green onion.
  • Contrives – To plan or scheme something in a clever or devious way, often with the intention of achieving a particular goal; also refers to inventing or devising something.
  • Deprives – To prevent or withhold something from someone, often as a punishment or consequence; also refers to taking away or removing something.
  • Derives – To originate or come from a particular source or origin; also refers to obtaining or deducing something from a given set of data or information.
  • Dives – To plunge or submerge oneself in water, often head-first; also refers to a type of acrobatic or athletic move.
  • Fives – A type of ball game played with a small, hard ball and a glove; also refers to a type of musical instrument.
  • Hives – A skin condition characterized by red, itchy bumps or rashes; also refers to a type of beekeeping structure.
  • Knives – A sharp, bladed tool used for cutting or slicing; also refers to a type of weapon or instrument used in combat or warfare.
  • Revives – To bring back to life or consciousness, often after a period of inactivity or unconsciousness; also refers to revitalizing or renewing something.
  • Strives – To make great efforts or work hard towards a particular goal or objective; also refers to contending or struggling with someone or something.
  • Survives – To remain alive or continue to exist despite difficult or adverse conditions; also refers to enduring or persevering through hardship or challenge.
  • Thrives – To grow or develop well, often in a healthy or prosperous manner; also refers to flourishing or succeeding in a particular field or area.