pranking
5 synonyms and 0 antonyms for pranking, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — The activity of playing pranks or tricks on people.
Synonyms
Less common
Still standard English, but they carry more weight.
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
Frequently asked questions
What does pranking mean?
Pranking means the activity of playing playful tricks or practical jokes on people, usually in good fun and meant to amuse rather than to cause harm.
Is pranking a verb or a noun?
Both. It is the present participle of the verb "prank" (as in "they were pranking their friends"), and it is also used as a gerund noun meaning the activity of playing pranks (as in "pranking is his favourite hobby").
What is an example of pranking?
A common example is filming a harmless surprise on a friend for a funny video — for instance, wrapping their entire desk in foil while they are out, then filming their reaction.