Synonyms for

Laugh

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

Definition

to make the sounds and movements of your face and body that show you are happy or think something is funny

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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

verb laugh
adjective laughable
adverb laughingly

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

  1. She made me laugh with her funny joke.
  2. I can't help but laugh every time I watch that comedy movie.
  3. He laughed so hard that he fell off his chair.
  4. The children were laughing and playing in the park.
  5. 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

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