Synonyms for

Chuckles

Verb / ˈtʃʌkʌlz / Another word for chuckles — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

to laugh quietly

Synonyms & similar words

laughsoftly chuckle chortle giggle snicker chortle smirk snigger titter tee-hee guffaw haha heh hihi ho-ho teehee sniggle smile beam grin smile simper

Example sentences

  1. The baby chuckles when you tickle him.
  2. We all chuckle at the silly jokes.
  3. She chuckles at her own mistake.
  4. He chuckles quietly while reading the funny book.
  5. I heard him chuckle behind me.

Quotes

  • “A chuckle a day keeps the doctor away.” - Anonymous
  • “A good laugh is a mighty good thing, a rather too scarce a good thing.” - Herman Melville
  • “A day without sunshine is like, you know, night.” - Steve Martin

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