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caper

The word “caper” has 2 syllables: ca-per

It's pronounced as /ˈkeɪ.pɚ/

What is synonym and antonym for caper?

In the thesaurus, “caper” has 106 synonyms and 5 antonyms.

Here are synonyms and antonyms for caper along with examples of usage in sentences.

Synonyms for caper

Antonyms for caper

  • mope
  • pout
  • seriousness
  • stew
  • sulk

Meanings of caper

  • noun
    1. A playful leap or jump.
    2. A jump while dancing.
    3. A prank or practical joke.
    4. (usually in plural) Playful behaviour.
    5. (figuratively) A crime, especially an elaborate heist, or a narrative about such a crime.
    6. A vessel formerly used by the Dutch; privateer.
    7. The pungent grayish green flower bud of the European and Oriental caper (Capparis spinosa), which is pickled and eaten.
    8. A plant of the genus Capparis.
    9. The capercaillie.
  • verb
    1. To leap or jump about in a sprightly or playful manner.
    2. To jump as part of a dance.
    3. To engage in playful behaviour.

Example Sentences

  • The kids laughed as they watched the goat do a little caper around the yard.
  • He got caught in a silly caper that involved sneaking into the school after hours.
  • The film is a classic heist caper filled with twists and clever tricks.
  • They planned their next caper with great excitement and secrecy.
  • She added a caper or two to the sauce for an extra burst of flavor.

On this page you'll find 111 synonyms, antonyms, or another words to caper, such as: adventure, antic, blow the lid off, bounce, bound, capriccio, caprice.

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dance

dances

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