1
as in giggles
to show mirth with an explosive vocal sound
everyone laughed when the clown dramatically slipped and fell
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2
as in smiles
to express scornful amusement by means of facial contortions
you're going to try out for the football team? Don't make me laugh!
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as in chuckles
an explosive sound that is a sign of amusement
the child's frown turned into a laugh when he saw the clown
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as in hoots
someone or something that is very funny
that new sitcom is a laugh
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3
as in jokes
something said or done to cause laughter
the film comedy had a good laugh in just about every scene
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Recent Examples of laughs
Rafaela Bassili, Vulture, 16 Sep. 2025
Baker Mayfield #6 of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers laughs with Luke Goedeke #67 prior to an NFL preseason football game against the Miami Dolphins at Raymond James Stadium on August 23, 2024 in Tampa, FL.
—Michael Gallagher, MSNBC Newsweek, 16 Sep. 2025
Everyone wears five hats and laughs through 15-hour days.
—Alla Adam, Forbes.com, 16 Sep. 2025
Farrell says while Robbie laughs.
—Sydney Bucksbaum, Entertainment Weekly, 10 Sep. 2025
Wan laughs when recalling the day.
—Brian Truitt, USA Today, 6 Sep. 2025
The killer laughs and offers a stream-of-consciousness monologue.
—Charlie Warzel, The Atlantic, 4 Sep. 2025
Hiro, who is set to receive the TIFF Variety Artisan Award, laughs.
—Jazz Tangcay, Variety, 2 Sep. 2025
Every so often, there's a disconnect, of course, but instead of letting those bumps unravel their meaningful connection, Lexi laughs.
—Zoey Lyttle, People.com, 26 Aug. 2025
Carson Blackwelder, PEOPLE, 15 Sep. 2025
Rogen remembers the moment Apatow came up with one of the scenes that drew the biggest laughs in the film, in which Steve Carell’s character awkwardly tries to relieve himself while aroused.
—Adrienne Lafrance, The Atlantic, 15 Sep. 2025
The ratio of laughs to drama changes quite sharply, however, as Joan takes her hostages off on their journey, leading to a bond with Tyler and a lot of unexpected revelations about Joan’s background.
—Damon Wise, Deadline, 13 Sep. 2025
Titles like Sea of Thieves and Void Crew have nailed how players can work together as a crew for a greater reward, all the while having fun and laughs along the way.
—Daryl Baxter, Space.com, 12 Sep. 2025
Nwodim’s work here is graceful, ceding some big laughs to Edebiri (and her grotesque wound makeup) while locking in to her (slightly) less ridiculous character with hilarious conviction.
—Jesse Hassenger, Vulture, 12 Sep. 2025
Whatever the intention, the laughs are there.
—H. Alan Scott, MSNBC Newsweek, 10 Sep. 2025
While the homage is heartfelt, and certainly packs its share of genuine laughs, the end result can’t escape feeling like a hodgepodge, incapable of cohesively blending the satirical elements with the earnest messaging foremost on its mind.
—Michael Rechtshaffen, HollywoodReporter, 7 Sep. 2025
Martin, who was holding her real-life dog onstage before the pooch ran off to laughs from the crowd, praised Sweeney’s metamorphosis.
—Tatiana Siegel, Variety, 5 Sep. 2025
Verb
Then, unbelievably, Solène laughs in Rainbeau’s face.
—Rafaela Bassili, Vulture, 16 Sep. 2025
Baker Mayfield #6 of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers laughs with Luke Goedeke #67 prior to an NFL preseason football game against the Miami Dolphins at Raymond James Stadium on August 23, 2024 in Tampa, FL.
—Michael Gallagher, MSNBC Newsweek, 16 Sep. 2025
Everyone wears five hats and laughs through 15-hour days.
—Alla Adam, Forbes.com, 16 Sep. 2025
Farrell says while Robbie laughs.
—Sydney Bucksbaum, Entertainment Weekly, 10 Sep. 2025
Wan laughs when recalling the day.
—Brian Truitt, USA Today, 6 Sep. 2025
The killer laughs and offers a stream-of-consciousness monologue.
—Charlie Warzel, The Atlantic, 4 Sep. 2025
Hiro, who is set to receive the TIFF Variety Artisan Award, laughs.
—Jazz Tangcay, Variety, 2 Sep. 2025
Every so often, there's a disconnect, of course, but instead of letting those bumps unravel their meaningful connection, Lexi laughs.
—Zoey Lyttle, People.com, 26 Aug. 2025
Noun
Posey brought the laughs and lorazepam to The White Lotus season 3 as the Ratliff family matriarch, Victoria.
—Carson Blackwelder, PEOPLE, 15 Sep. 2025
Rogen remembers the moment Apatow came up with one of the scenes that drew the biggest laughs in the film, in which Steve Carell’s character awkwardly tries to relieve himself while aroused.
—Adrienne Lafrance, The Atlantic, 15 Sep. 2025
The ratio of laughs to drama changes quite sharply, however, as Joan takes her hostages off on their journey, leading to a bond with Tyler and a lot of unexpected revelations about Joan’s background.
—Damon Wise, Deadline, 13 Sep. 2025
Titles like Sea of Thieves and Void Crew have nailed how players can work together as a crew for a greater reward, all the while having fun and laughs along the way.
—Daryl Baxter, Space.com, 12 Sep. 2025
Nwodim’s work here is graceful, ceding some big laughs to Edebiri (and her grotesque wound makeup) while locking in to her (slightly) less ridiculous character with hilarious conviction.
—Jesse Hassenger, Vulture, 12 Sep. 2025
Whatever the intention, the laughs are there.
—H. Alan Scott, MSNBC Newsweek, 10 Sep. 2025
While the homage is heartfelt, and certainly packs its share of genuine laughs, the end result can’t escape feeling like a hodgepodge, incapable of cohesively blending the satirical elements with the earnest messaging foremost on its mind.
—Michael Rechtshaffen, HollywoodReporter, 7 Sep. 2025
Martin, who was holding her real-life dog onstage before the pooch ran off to laughs from the crowd, praised Sweeney’s metamorphosis.
—Tatiana Siegel, Variety, 5 Sep. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for laughs
Verb
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The nurse smiles, but glances at the clock.—
Vibhas Ratanjee,
Forbes.com,
10 Sep. 2025
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Meghan Markle smiles as a camera crew film her during 'With Love, Meghan' Season 2, which was released in August 2025.—
Jack Royston,
MSNBC Newsweek,
4 Sep. 2025
Noun
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Admittedly, there are a few delightful chuckles along the way.—
Tomris Laffly,
Variety,
16 Sep. 2025
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His friends respond with knowing chuckles.—
Andy Rose,
CNN Money,
2 Sep. 2025
Noun
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All the segments understand the assignment, aiming primarily to elicit hoots and hollers.—
James Grebey,
Time,
12 Sep. 2025
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The town hall crowd received my comments with strong clapping and appreciative hoots and hollers.—
Chicago Tribune,
Chicago Tribune,
25 Aug. 2025
Noun
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Oto goes beyond basic greetings, chatting with guests, telling jokes, sharing historical facts, and even suggesting local activities.—
Sujita Sinha,
Interesting Engineering,
17 Sep. 2025
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These jokes revolved around the idea of misusing objects, like putting food on their heads, and pretend play like washing hands without soap or water.—
Jack Beresford,
MSNBC Newsweek,
16 Sep. 2025
Verb
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Rather than let his boy be torn apart by terrible creatures in the mist, David uses a gun to mercy-kill them all and screams in anguish because there isn't a bullet left for him.—
James Grebey,
Time,
12 Sep. 2025
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Mom screams like a rabid animal.—
Dr. Sue Varma,
CNBC,
12 Sep. 2025
Verb
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Jacob sneers, but doesn’t even wait for his son to answer.—
Kimberly Roots,
TVLine,
15 Aug. 2025
Noun
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So many giggles, even before Nakia lit up.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
16 Sep. 2025
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If the initial response to the State Farm spot has been positive, there are inherent risks associated with using giggles as a delivery vehicle for your brand messaging.—
Anthony Crupi,
Sportico.com,
12 Sep. 2025
Verb
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Patrick grins at the camera from behind the 14-time Grammy winner, while Brown and his wife, musician Katelyn Jae, stand toward the left.—
Hannah Dailey,
Billboard,
16 Sep. 2025
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TikTok @thanosthesaint Clearly enamored with the new game, Lavender grins up at the camera—and the video then switches to her doing the very same thing at a different time, and this time Thanos has all four legs in the air for easier access.—
Rachael O'Connor,
MSNBC Newsweek,
20 Aug. 2025
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“Laughs.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/laughs. Accessed 21 Sep. 2025.
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