laughing
0 antonyms and opposites of laughing, grouped by meaning.
Adj — Making the sound or expression of laughter.
How to use laughing
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
Etymology
From Middle English laughynge, the -ing form of laugh.
Full origin of laughing →Frequently asked questions
What does “laughing” mean?
The word “laughing” means making the sound or expression of laughter. In plain terms, describing someone (or something) in the act of laughing.
How do you pronounce “laughing”?
“Laughing” is pronounced LAH-fihng (/ˈlɑːfɪŋ/ in IPA).
How do you use “laughing” in a sentence?
Here is “laughing” used in a sentence: “The children came running in, laughing and out of breath.”
What part of speech is “laughing”?
“Laughing” is an adjective.
Where does the word “laughing” come from?
The word “laughing” comes from Middle English. From Middle English laughynge, the -ing form of laugh.
Is “laughing” a common word?
“Laughing” is a fairly common word in modern English.
What is the difference between laughing and smiling?
Laughing is active and audible — the sound and movement that burst out with genuine amusement or joy. Smiling is quiet and still, just the upward curve of the mouth. A smile can be polite or faint, but laughing usually signals stronger, more spontaneous delight that you can actually hear.
What does 'no laughing matter' mean?
It means something serious that should not be joked about or taken lightly. Despite containing "laughing," the phrase insists on the opposite — that the situation deserves concern, not amusement. You might say a rise in costs is "no laughing matter" to stress how genuinely serious it is.
What is laughing gas?
Laughing gas is the common name for nitrous oxide, a gas sometimes used in medicine and dentistry to ease pain and anxiety. It earned the name because it can produce giddy, light-headed feelings and even fits of laughter. Here "laughing" describes the effect the gas is known for.