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practical joke vs caper

caper vs practical joke

practical joke and caper both are nouns.

practical joke is not a verb while caper is a verb.

Word NounAdjectiveVerbAdverb
practical joke Yes No No No
caper Yes No Yes No
As nouns, caper is a hypernym of practical joke; that is, caper is a word with a broader meaning than practical joke:
  • practical joke: a prank or trick played on a person (especially one intended to make the victim appear foolish)
  • caper: a ludicrous or grotesque act done for fun and amusement
Other hypernyms of practical joke include antic, joke, prank, put-on, trick.
practical joke (noun) caper (noun)
a prank or trick played on a person (especially one intended to make the victim appear foolish) gay or light-hearted recreational activity for diversion or amusement
a crime (especially a robbery)
a ludicrous or grotesque act done for fun and amusement
a playful leap or hop
pickled flower buds used as a pungent relish in various dishes and sauces
any of numerous plants of the genus Capparis
practical joke (verb) caper (verb)
jump about playfully
Difference between practical joke and caper

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