Imposter game words

132 words for the imposter game, sorted into 7 categories. Every word comes with the vague theme the imposter sees instead, which keeps a round fair: close enough to bluff, far enough to get caught.

How to use the list

• Playing in person: one person picks a word and shows it to everyone except the imposter, who only gets the theme (the grey text).
• No game master? The free imposter generator deals the words on one phone you pass around.
• Rather play online? blffr.io deals the words, runs the timer and counts the votes. Bots fill empty seats.

Word, and below it what the imposter sees

What makes a good imposter word

• Everyone at the table knows it. Obscure words get people caught for the wrong reason.
• It has several angles. Pizza can be cheese, Italy, a slice or delivery, so the hints don't all sound the same.
• The theme is broad. "Comfort food" covers dozens of words, so the imposter has a real chance.
• Avoid near-twins in one game (cat and kitten). They make the crew suspect each other.