Synonyms for
Laugh
Definition
to make the sounds and movements of your face and body that show you are happy or think something is funny
Synonyms & similar words
Synonyms by register
Antonyms
Common collocations
- laugh out loud
- laugh hysterically
- laugh uncontrollably
- laugh with joy
- laugh at someone
- laugh in someone's face
- laugh all the way to the bank
Word family
Usage note
While 'laugh' is a common verb, be mindful of context. Laughing 'at' someone can be perceived as mocking, whereas laughing 'with' someone implies shared amusement.
Example sentences
- She made me laugh with her funny joke.
- I can't help but laugh every time I watch that comedy movie.
- He laughed so hard that he fell off his chair.
- The children were laughing and playing in the park.
- I want to have a good laugh with my friends tonight.
Quotes
A day without laughter is a day wasted. - Charlie Chaplin
Laughter is the shortest distance between two people. - Victor Borge
Laughter is the sun that drives winter from the human face. - Victor Hugo