Synonyms of capers

capers 1 of 2

noun

plural of caper

as in pranks

a playful or mischievous act intended as a joke

long-ago college capers that have become more rollicking and daring with each recounting

Synonyms & Similar Words

• pranks
• adventures
• tricks
• experiences
• escapades
• antics
• gags
• practical jokes
• rags
• frolics
• games
• monkeyshines
• times
• rogueries
• knaveries
• jests
• shines
• capriccios
• plays
• shavies
• didoes
• waggeries
• performances
• larks
• stunts
• deeds
• high jinks
• missions
• gambits
• hoaxes
• shenanigans
• subterfuges
• maneuvers
• deceptions
• deceits
• trickeries
• feats
• horseplays
• whimsies
• caprices
• ruses
• stratagems
• tomfooleries
• vagaries
• frauds
• wiles
• rowdyisms
• whims
• ploys
• conceits
• fancies
• delusions
• hanky-pankies
• shams

capers

2 of 2

verb

present tense third-person singular of caper

as in hops

to play and run about happily

as summer drew to a close, the children spent their days wistfully capering on the beach

Synonyms & Similar Words

• hops
• dances
• cavorts
• gambols
• leaps
• romps
• larks
• frolics
• rollicks
• skips
• cuts capers
• frisks
• sports
• revels
• disports
• tumbles
• trips
• springs
• bounds
• lopes
• carouses
• prances
• curvets
• kicks up one's heels
• clowns
• horses around
• cuts up
• roisters
• fools around
• kites
• carries on
• joyrides
• roughhouses
• skylarks

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• pouts
• sulks
• stews
• mopes

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of capers

Noun

The island has an impressive food culture built around an extraordinary range of ingredients grown on its own land—from artichokes and capers to figs, honey, and an abundance of wild herbs. — Monica Mendal, Vogue, 10 Aug. 2026

Elegant slices of beef get tarted up with capers, arugula, garlic confit and aioli for a refreshing carpaccio. — Connie Ogle july 31, Miami Herald, 31 July 2026

Our shortcut version also ditches the eggs for mayonnaise and adds in capers for extra briny punch. — Alex Beggs, Bon Appetit Magazine, 30 July 2026

Chickpeas, green beans, onions, capers, and a simple homemade vinaigrette come together in a side dish that’s both fresh and filling. — Olivia McIntosh, Martha Stewart, 23 July 2026

The green is a salsa verde, chunky and bright with capers and parsley, egg whites and breadcrumbs. — Jenn Harris, Los Angeles Times, 16 July 2026

The capers and sauce made for a delicately delicious fish dish served with a side of artichoke hearts and fingerling potatoes. — Brady MacDonald, Oc Register, 16 July 2026

In a food processor or blender, combine garlic, shallots, olive oil, parsley, dill, capers, basil, lemon zest and juice. — Staff, FOXNews.com, 3 July 2026

The tartness of capers, lemon juice, and pickles balances the rich flavors. — Jenna Sims, Southern Living, 1 July 2026

Phrases Containing capers

• cut capers