laughter

noun

laugh·​ter ˈlaf-tər 

ˈläf-

1

: a sound of or as if of laughing

2

archaic : a cause of merriment

Synonyms of laughter

• chuckle
• giggle
• laugh
• snicker

Examples of laughter in a Sentence

The audience roared with laughter.

the nervous producers were reassured by the sounds of laughter coming from the theater

Recent Examples on the Web

There are many memories of Mick that will create laughter. —Madison E. Goldberg, PEOPLE, 11 Nov. 2025

Yianni and Plousia have spent 40 years running their beloved seaside Greek diner, which serves as a warm hub of laughter, stories, food and community. —Nick Vivarelli, Variety, 10 Nov. 2025

There’s a very intense moment towards the end of the show that receives a surprising amount of laughter. —David Zucker, Deadline, 10 Nov. 2025

With this hometown show, the band promises an unforgettable evening packed with great music, laughter, and love — all while supporting a truly meaningful cause, the news release stated. —News Release, San Diego Union-Tribune, 8 Nov. 2025

Word History

Etymology

Middle English, from Old English hleahtor; akin to Old English hliehhan

First Known Use

before the 12th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Phrases Containing laughter

• erupt in laughter
• fit of laughter
• howl with laughter
• laughter lines

Rhymes for laughter

• after
• drafter
• rafter
• hereafter
• thereafter
• hereinafter
• thereinafter

Kids Definition

laughter

noun

laugh·​ter ˈlaf-tər 

ˈlȧf-

: the action or sound of laughing