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Meaning of giggle
a silly, often high-pitched laugh
Etymology of giggle
The word "giggle" has its roots in Middle English, derived from the verb "gigelen" or "gigglen", which is related to the Old English word "gicel", meaning "to laugh" or "to cackle"
Historically, the word has been used to describe a silly or foolish laugh, often in a lighthearted or playful context
Synonyms
Definitions
- A short, silly laugh, typically characterized by a series of short, gasping inhalations
- * To laugh in a silly, high-pitched way, often in a somewhat uncontrolled or nervous manner
Usage Examples
- The children started to giggle when they saw the clown's silly antics
- * She couldn't help but giggle at the joke her friend told
- * The audience began to giggle at the comedian's witty remarks
Antonyms
cry
sob
wail
moan
groan
whine
complain
grumble
scowl
frown
glower
sulk
pout
mourn
lament
grieve
sorrow
despair
dejection
despondency
gloom
melancholy