Want to say caparisoned differently? Here are other words for caparisoned and its similar synonyms and opposite words to say in unique way.
Meaning of caparisoned
The primary meaning of the word "caparisoned" is to decorate or adorn something, especially a horse, with elaborate or colorful trappings.
Etymology of caparisoned
The word "caparisoned" has its roots in the Old French word "caparason", which refers to a decorative covering for a horse, and the Latin word "capari", meaning to cover or adorn.
Historically, the term was used to describe the elaborate trappings and decorations used on horses, especially for ceremonial or festive occasions.
Synonyms
decorated
ornamented
adorned
arrayed
attired
bedecked
bedizened
clad
clothed
dressed
embellished
embroidered
engarlanded
festooned
garbed
garlanded
habited
ornamented
trimmed
vested
arrayed
accoutred
apparelled
decked
dolled
drest
dressed up
embellished
fancied up
festooned
garmented
garnished
trimmed out
Definitions
- According to Oxford Languages, "caparisoned" means decorated or adorned, especially with elaborate or showy trappings, typically used to describe a horse.
- * It can also refer to something that is decorated or ornamented in a showy or elaborate way.
Usage Examples
- The horse was caparisoned in gold and silver trappings for the royal procession.
- * The caparisoned stallion pranced proudly in the parade, its decorative harness glinting in the sunlight.