berk

/bɜːrk/

Definitions

1. noun

a sudden, uncontrolled outburst of anger or laughter.

“He let out a loud berk at the comedian’s joke.”

2. verb

to express oneself in a sudden, uncontrolled manner, typically in anger or laughter.

“She berked loudly at the news of her friend’s wedding.”

Synonyms

  • burst
  • outburst

Antonyms

  • calmness
  • composure