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peekaboo Synonyms

Another word for peekaboo

Choosing another word for peekaboo depends on context, so the synonyms and similar words below are separated across 3 exact definitions and ranked by match strength.
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• noun (Context 1)

A simple game played with a baby or young child in which a person hides their face behind their hands or an object and then suddenly reveals it, typically saying "peekaboo."

Usage Example

"A quick game of bo-peep always made the fussy toddler giggle."

Strong
bo-peep

• interjection (Context 2)

Used to amuse a baby or young child when uncovering one's face or reappearing from behind an object.

Usage Example

"The father lowered the blanket and cheerfully said, "bo-peep, I see you!""

Strong
bo-peep

• adjective (Context 3)

Relating to or denoting a garment, hairstyle, or design made of sheer fabric or featuring decorative cutouts that partially expose the skin or underlying structure.

Usage Example

"She wore a stylish blouse with see-through lace sleeves to the evening reception."

Strong
see-through
sheer
revealing
cutout

Opposites of peekaboo

The opposite of peekaboo shifts depending on context. Common opposites include:

opaque
concealing
See all opposites of peekaboo

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Wordmom. (2026). Synonyms for Peekaboo. In Wordmom Thesaurus. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/synonyms/peekaboo
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