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peekaboo

The word “peekaboo” has 3 syllables: peek-a-boo

It's pronounced as /ˈpiːkəˌbuː/

What is synonym and antonym for peekaboo?

In the thesaurus, “peekaboo” has 28 synonyms and 12 antonyms.

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

Synonyms for peekaboo

Antonyms for peekaboo

Meanings of peekaboo

  • noun
    1. (games) A game for a small child in which one covers one's face, then suddenly reveals it, saying "Boo!" or "Peekaboo!".
  • verb
    1. To peep out.
  • adjective
    1. (of clothing) with holes, slits or transparent fabric to reveal what is normally hidden.
  • interjection
    1. Boo (when showing oneself unexpectedly).

Example Sentences

  • The baby laughed while playing peekaboo with her mother.
  • He hid behind the door and shouted peekaboo to surprise the child.
  • The game of peekaboo always makes toddlers giggle.
  • She covered her face and played peekaboo with the infant.
  • During the visit, the father kept playing peekaboo with his son.

On this page you'll find 40 synonyms, antonyms, or another words to peekaboo, such as: clear, cloudy, cobwebby, colorless, crystal, crystalline, dainty.

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