chackle

/ˈtʃækl/

Definitions

1. verb

to laugh loudly and harshly, typically in a mocking or scornful way

“The crowd began to chackle at the comedian’s jokes.”

2. noun

a loud, harsh, and mocking laugh

“The room filled with the sound of chackle from the audience.”

3. verb

to make a harsh, creaking noise, especially of a gate or door

“The old wooden gate began to chackle as it swung open.”

Synonyms

  • cackle
  • guffaw

Antonyms

  • murmur
  • whisper