chuckle
What is the opposite of chuckle? Here is what we hold, with its meaning and related words.
Noun — A quiet, restrained laugh.
Synonyms by Meaning
1. noun
A quiet, restrained laugh.
“He gave a little chuckle at the joke.”
2. verb
To laugh softly or to oneself.
“She chuckled as she read his text message.”
chortle
How to use chuckle
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
a quiet chuckle
chuckle to oneself
let out a chuckle
Etymology
From chuck (an old word meaning \"to laugh\" or make a clucking sound) + the frequentative suffix -le.
Full origin of chuckle →Frequently asked questions
What does “chuckle” mean?
The word “chuckle” means a quiet, restrained laugh. In plain terms, a soft, quiet laugh, or to laugh that way.
How do you pronounce “chuckle”?
“Chuckle” is pronounced CHUH-kuhl (/ˈt͡ʃʌkəl/ in IPA).
How do you use “chuckle” in a sentence?
Here is “chuckle” used in a sentence: “He gave a little chuckle at the joke.”
What is another word for “chuckle”?
Words with a similar meaning to “chuckle” include pet, touch up and posset.
What part of speech is “chuckle”?
Depending on how it is used, “chuckle” can be a noun and a verb.
Is “chuckle” a common word?
“Chuckle” is an uncommon word in modern English, usually learned at around the B1 level.
How many meanings does “chuckle” have?
“Chuckle” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a quiet, restrained laugh.
