Chuckle

Pronunciation: /ˈtʃʌkəl/

Chuckle (verb)

  1. to laugh softly, usually because something is funny or amusing

Examples

  • She chuckled at the funny joke.
  • He chuckled softly to himself.

Common collocations: chuckle softly, chuckle to oneself, chuckle at a joke, soft chuckle, muffled chuckle

Chuckle (noun)

  1. a quiet laugh that shows you find something funny

Examples

  • Her chuckle was infectious.
  • A chuckle escaped his lips.

Synonyms of Chuckle

Neutral

Antonyms of Chuckle

  • expressing sadness or distress