scaramouches

noun

plural of scaramouch
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as in graciosos

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as in caitiffs

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Recent Examples of Synonyms for scaramouches
  1. antics
  2. cream puffs
  3. jesters
  4. sneaks
  5. fools
Noun
  • This is a great pick for kids who love the Marvel superhero movies or the ‘80s Batman films, but will also enjoy the silly antics along the way.
    — Kara Nesvig, Parents, 29 Aug. 2026
  • When Pennywise cracks a joke, the contrast of his antics with the scary stuff can be more impactful, have more personality, than just scare after scare.
    — Literary Hub, Literary Hub, 28 Aug. 2026
Definition of antics
Noun
  • Their sparkling glass cases were full of heaping cream puffs, vivid cupcakes and caramel colored pastries.
    — Ella Gonzales, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 15 July 2026
  • These classic cream puffs feature a light and airy pastry filled with smooth, rich pastry cream, perfect for a special occasion or indulgent treat.
    — Lynn Andriani, Martha Stewart, 19 June 2026
Definition of cream puffs
Noun
  • In that light, a collection consisting of nothing but down-home music could be seen as the ultimate joke from a pair of indie-punk jesters.
    — Stephen Thomas Erlewine, Pitchfork, 1 Aug. 2026
  • On freedom of opinion, on freedom of the press, on freedom of satire, on jesters’ freedom.
    — ABC News, ABC News, 2 Apr. 2026
Definition of jesters
Noun
  • This combination of music and entertainment sneaks education in where kids least expect it.
    — Parents, Parents, 10 July 2026
  • In this case, a creator pairs her sneaks with a graphic tee.
    — Ariel Wodarcyk, InStyle, 16 June 2026
Definition of sneaks
Noun
  • Pace, skill, a vicious shot, the ability to make opposition defenders look like fools.
    — James Horncastle, New York Times, 26 Aug. 2026
  • This is an ignoble war making monsters and fools out of its participants, and against the uncontrollable weapons that are dragons, everyone’s resolve is crumbling.
    — Roxana Hadadi, Vulture, 18 June 2026
Definition of fools
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“Scaramouches.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/scaramouches. Accessed 1 Sep. 2026.

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