Synonyms for

Laughing

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

Definition

The action or sound of laughing.

Synonyms & similar words

riant cry laugh expressmirth expressjoy chuckle giggle snicker smirk grin beam cackle hilarity mirthfulness gleefulness joyfulness amusement jolliness guffaw roar chortle snigger teehee howl titter

Synonyms by register

Formal

chortling guffawing merriment

Informal

cracking up howling snickering giggling

Literary

chortling guffawing mirthful

Antonyms

crying weeping sobbing mourning frowning grieving

Common collocations

  • laughing out loud
  • laughing uncontrollably
  • laughing hysterically
  • laughing with joy
  • laughing at a joke
  • laughing all the way
  • laughing stock

Word family

noun laughter
verb laugh
adjective laughing
adverb laughingly

Usage note

While 'laughing' is generally positive, 'laughing stock' refers to someone or something that is ridiculed. The adverb 'laughingly' is rarely used.

Example sentences

  1. The baby was laughing at the silly faces her dad was making.
  2. My friends and I couldn't stop laughing at the funny movie.
  3. Laughter is contagious and can make everyone feel good.
  4. I love to hear my mom's laugh, it's so unique and infectious.
  5. Laughing can help reduce stress and improve your mood.

Quotes

  • Laughter is an instant vacation. - Milton Berle
  • Laughter is the sun that drives winter from the human face. - Victor Hugo
  • Laughter is the shortest distance between two people. - Victor Borge

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