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Meaning of cackled
The primary meaning of the word "cackled" is to laugh in a loud, harsh, and unpleasant way, often in a triumphant or scornful manner.
Etymology of cackled
The word "cackled" originated from the Middle English word "cakkelen", which is imitative of the sound of a goose's call
Historically, the word has been used to describe the sound of a goose or a donkey, as well as to describe a type of laughter that is loud and unpleasant
Synonyms
Definitions
- Past tense of "cackle", which means to laugh in a loud, harsh, and unpleasant way, often in a triumphant or scornful manner
- * To utter a loud, harsh cry, typically like a goose
Usage Examples
- The witch cackled with glee as she stirred the bubbling cauldron
- * The crowd cackled at the comedian's jokes, but some people found them off-putting
- * The geese cackled loudly as they waddled across the lawn