English for Students

Rhyming Words

Rhyming Words are more than slang words. However, these Words have a charm and romance all their own. Here are few selected such Words for your reference. All these words should be used only in informal context.


Pell-mell:

Adjective and Adverb: In a confused, rushed or disorderly manner

Noun: A confused mixture, disorder

Example:

When the earthquake struck Bhuj in 2001, people ran pell-mell.


Powwow:

Noun:

1. North American Red Indian ceremony involving feasting and dancing

2. (Informal) A meeting for discussion among friends or colleagues

Example:

The cricketers of the England team held a powwow to discuss the security implications of a Pakistan tour.