Synonyms for

Laughs

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

Definition

To make sounds with your voice that show you think something is funny or amusing.

Synonyms & similar words

cry laugh jape expressmirth jest laughter joke gag expressjoy chuckles giggles snickers smirks grins cackles sniggers titters roars hollers hoots splits jollies guffaws chortles heehaws howls screams

Synonyms by register

Formal

chuckles giggles merriment

Informal

guffaws snickers howls cracks up

Literary

chortles peals

Antonyms

cries weeps sobs mourns laments frowns

Common collocations

  • bursts into laughs
  • loud laughs
  • hearty laughs
  • silent laughs
  • nervous laughs
  • a good laugh
  • fits of laughs

Word family

noun laughter
verb laugh
adjective laughable
adverb laughingly

Usage note

While 'laughs' is the third-person singular present tense of the verb 'to laugh', it can also be used as a plural noun referring to instances of laughter. Be mindful of context to distinguish between the two.

Example sentences

  1. She laughs at her silly jokes.
  2. He laughs when he watches cartoons.
  3. I always laugh when I see my dog do tricks.
  4. The baby laughs when Mommy makes funny faces.
  5. My friend tells the best jokes and always makes me laugh.

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