Chuckle

/ˈchəkəl/

Meaning & Definition

noun

a quiet or suppressed laugh.

The audience burst into chuckles at her humorous remark.

a sound made when one chuckles.

His chuckle was infectious, making everyone around him smile.

verb

to laugh quietly or softly.

She couldn't help but chuckle at the comedian's clever joke.

to express amusement in a subdued manner.

He chuckled softly as he read the funny book.

Late 19th century, possibly imitative of the sound of laughter.

chuckle with delight

To laugh softly because something is funny or enjoyable.

chuckle to oneself

To laugh quietly in private, often about a thought or memory.

laugh and chuckle

To express amusement through both laughter and quiet chuckling.

giggle

A light, silly laugh.

snicker

A quiet or sly laugh.

chortle

A joyful, snorting laugh.

To find something humorous.

I can't help but chuckle at that meme.

A soft laugh in agreement or understanding.

We shared a chuckle when the teacher made a funny remark.