Pranced — Meaning, Definition & Synonyms

verb /ˈpran(t)s/

Meaning & Definition of Pranced

Pranced (verb)

  1. to spring from the hind legs or move by so doing
  2. to ride on a prancing horse
  3. to walk or move in a spirited manner, strut; also, to dance about

Pranced (verb) — Senses, Synonyms & Antonyms

  1. to walk with exaggerated arm and leg movements

    "pranced across the room dressed in an outrageous costume"

    similar: sashayed, stalked, strutted, swaggered
    related: flounced, minced, traipsed, pussyfooted, tiptoed, swept, paraded, promenaded, padded, stepped, trod, paced, strode, lumbered, lurched, pounded, shambled, shuffled, staggered

Related Entry: Prance (verb)

Prance is a different word from Pranced. The synonyms below are for prance, not for pranced.

  1. to walk with exaggerated arm and leg movements

    "pranced across the room dressed in an outrageous costume"

    similar: sashay, stalk, strut, swagger
    related: flounce, mince, traipse, pussyfoot, tiptoe, sweep, parade, promenade, pad, step, tread, pace, stride, lumber, lurch, pound, shamble, shuffle, stagger

Synonyms, Thesaurus & Another Word for Pranced

The most common words with a similar meaning to Pranced:

sashayed, stalked, strutted, swaggered

Related Words for Pranced

flounced, minced, traipsed, pussyfooted, tiptoed, swept, paraded, promenaded, padded, stepped, trod, paced, strode, lumbered, lurched, pounded, shambled, shuffled, staggered

Word Forms of Pranced

Inflections: prancing

Derived words: prancer (noun)

Origin & Etymology of Pranced

Middle English prauncen

First known use: 14th centuryi

Frequently Asked Questions about Pranced

What does "Pranced" mean?

"Pranced" means to spring from the hind legs or move by so doing. As a verb, it is defined as: to spring from the hind legs or move by so doing.

What is another word for "Pranced"?

Other words for "Pranced" include sashayed, stalked, strutted and swaggered. The best synonym depends on which meaning of "Pranced" you intend.

What are different ways to say "Pranced"?

There are 23 words and phrases with a similar meaning to "Pranced". Common alternatives include sashayed, stalked, strutted and swaggered.

How do you use "Pranced" in a sentence?

Examples of "Pranced" in a sentence: "pranced across the room dressed in an outrageous costume".

Is "Pranced" a noun, verb, or adjective?

"Pranced" is a verb.

How do you pronounce "Pranced"?

"Pranced" is pronounced /ˈpran(t)s/.

What is the origin of the word "Pranced"?

"Pranced" comes from Middle English prauncen. First known use: 14th centuryi.

What is another word for "Pranced" meaning "to walk with exaggerated arm and leg movements"?

When "Pranced" (verb) means to walk with exaggerated arm and leg movements, synonyms include sashayed, stalked, strutted and swaggered.