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What rhymes with disingenuous?

Finding perfect rhymes for "disingenuous" is tricky, as it's a fairly uncommon word. However, here are some options, keeping in mind that some might be less common or more specific in meaning:

Perfect Rhymes:

* Ingenious (though this is a positive word, so the contrast might be interesting)

* Ambiguous (less common, but similar in the sense of being unclear or misleading)

Near Rhymes:

* Suspicious

* Precarious

* Hilarious (not in meaning, but the sound is close)

Slant Rhymes:

* Dangerous (the "ous" sounds are similar)

* Courageous (same as above)

Creative Options:

* You could use a homophone like "disingenuous" for a humorous effect.

* Use a near rhyme in a metaphorical or figurative way to create a unique effect.

Ultimately, the best rhyme depends on the context and your creative intent.

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