topper

noun

top·​per ˈtä-pər 

1

: one that is at or on the top

2

a

: silk hat

b

: opera hat

3

: something (such as a joke) that caps everything preceding

4

: a woman's usually short and loose-fitting lightweight outer coat

5

: one that puts on or takes off tops

Synonyms of topper

• factor
• clincher
• crusher
• capper
• ace in the hole
• coup de grâce

Examples of topper in a Sentence

Their new song soon became a chart topper.

there are lots of good reasons we can't go to the concert, but the fact that the tickets are all sold out is the topper

Recent Examples on the Web

Sometimes that means reimagining the classic tree topper by swapping a traditional star for a sculptural cluster of branches. —Leala King, Travel + Leisure, 21 Dec. 2025

The ultimate topper—the winter hat—has the power to transform an outfit entirely, and right now, several beloved brands are paying extra attention to this once-utilitarian accessory. —Andrea Zendejas, Vogue, 19 Dec. 2025

These ornaments and gift toppers are a quick, easy, and beginner-friendly project that only takes a few minutes to complete. —Ella Field, Better Homes & Gardens, 19 Dec. 2025

What was the setup like for this mattress topper? —Nashia Baker, Architectural Digest, 17 Dec. 2025

Word History

First Known Use

1602, in the meaning defined at sense 5

Phrases Containing topper

• chart-topper
• the topper

Rhymes for topper

• chopper
• copper
• cropper
• dropper
• pauper
• popper
• proper
• shopper
• stopper
• whopper
• eavesdropper
• grasshopper

Kids Definition

topper

noun

top·​per ˈtäp-ər 

1

: one that tops

2

: top hat