Household Imposter Game Words — 16 Words with Meanings

Playing an imposter-style word game with a household theme? Here are 16 playable household words — each with a plain-language meaning, so every player (including kids and non-native speakers) can join in.

▶ Play Find the Faker free — it deals these words for you

WordMeaning
RefrigeratorThe big cold box in the kitchen that keeps food fresh.
MicrowaveA box that heats food fast with invisible waves.
VacuumA noisy machine you push around to suck up dust.
ToasterIt pops your bread up when it turns golden and crisp.
PillowThe soft thing your head rests on at night.
BlanketYou pull it over yourself to stay warm in bed.
CurtainFabric hung over a window to block the light.
DoorbellVisitors press it to announce they have arrived.
WardrobeA tall cupboard where clothes hang.
KettleYou fill it with water and it whistles or clicks when hot.
BroomLong-handled bristles for sweeping the floor.
CouchThe big comfy seat facing the TV.
StaircaseThe steps that take you between floors.
BathtubA big basin you fill with warm water and soak in.
Alarm-clockIt rings in the morning to drag you out of bed.
DishwasherA machine that cleans plates and cups for you.

How to use this list

Show one word to everyone except the faker. Each player gives a one-word clue in turn; after a few rounds, vote on who's bluffing. Full rules: how to play. Browse other themes on the complete word list.