Synonyms for

Giggling

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

Definition

to laugh in a silly or uncontrolled way

Synonyms & similar words

giggle titter chuckle laugh snicker guffaw titter hoot roar cackle chortle snigger heehaw howl scream teehee twitter whistle

Synonyms by register

Formal

chortling chuckling

Informal

snickering tittering cackling chortling

Literary

merriment glee

Antonyms

sobbing crying weeping wailing mourning lamenting

Common collocations

  • giggling uncontrollably
  • giggling with delight
  • giggling like a child
  • giggling nervously
  • giggling softly
  • giggling uncontrollably with laughter
  • a fit of giggling

Word family

noun giggle
verb giggle
adjective giggly
adverb gigglingly

Usage note

Giggling is a light, often involuntary sound of amusement. It is typically associated with children or a sense of lightheartedness and can sometimes imply a lack of seriousness.

Example sentences

  1. She couldn't stop giggling when her friend told a funny story.
  2. The baby started giggling when they tickled her.
  3. They were giggling and whispering in the back of the classroom.
  4. The comedian's jokes had the audience giggling all night.
  5. I always end up giggling when I watch that silly movie.

Quotes

  • "I love giggling." - Miranda Cosgrove
  • "I like being goofy. I love to laugh and I love to make other people laugh. I think it's fantastic to be silly." - Jennifer Lawrence
  • "I can't stop giggling. This is crazy." - Adam Scott

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