Greetings, Wizard Writers!
I have to admit I will pick up any book with the topic of carnivals, fairs, or even the circus. I'm drawn to these topics in books, but in writing, it's also fun to use carnival terms when I can. We might use these terms when writing about a carnival of course, but it's also interesting to use the terms in similes or metaphors. When I need a peppy word or a word that brings forth an image of bright lights, movement, or even creepiness, I go to this list of carnival terms for inspiration. It's also fun to take one word and build a plot around it, like a haunted fun house story or a story about the owner of a gourmet candy apple stand. I hope you have fun with the list as well!
- Carousel
- Ferris Wheel
- Roller Coaster
- Tilt-o-whirl
- Train
- Moonbounce
- Cotton Candy
- Candy Apple
- Popcorn/Kettlecorn
- Fun House
- House of Mirrors
- Snowcone
- Circus Freaks
- Bumper Cars
- Fried Dough
- Slide
- Flume
- Ring of Fire
- Balloons
- Carnival Games (darts, ring toss, etc.)
- Fortune Teller
- Petting Zoo
- Pretzels
- Caramel Corn
- Circus Tents
- Sky Ride
- Swings
- Clowns
- Round-up
- Peanuts
- Tickets
- Ticket-Taker
- Ribbons
- Funnel Cakes
- Kissing Booth
- Pies (pie-eating contest)
- Pony Rides
- Tunnel of Love
- Slushies
- Hot Air Balloon
- Zipper (ride)
- Taffy
- Corn Dogs
- Onion Rings
- Sweet Tea
- Gypsy Wagon
- Merry-go-Round Music (calliope)
- Scrambler (ride)
- Circus Candy
- Flying Trapeze
Bonus
Here is a link to more carnival words:
What other carnival or circus terms can you come up with? Do you like books with carnival, fair, or circus themes? Let me know in the comments!
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