cachinnations
/ˌkækɪˈneɪʃənz/
NOUN
1. Loud and uncontrollable laughter
Acts or sounds of loud, hearty, convulsive, or uncontrollable laughter, typically caused by intense amusement or something extremely funny.
1.1. Boisterous and hearty laughter
Used to describe loud, vigorous bursts of laughter, often involving spontaneous and unrestrained amusement in response to something particularly funny.
Synonyms
Antonyms
- cries
- groans
- moans
- sobs
- wails
Examples
- The comedy show was filled with uproarious cachinnations as the audience enjoyed the stand-up routines.
- The comedian's clever one-liners resulted in an evening of continuous cachinnations at the comedy club.
- The unexpected punchline triggered a series of hearty cachinnations throughout the room.
Related Words
- hilarity
- merriment
- mirth
- uproar
- amusement
- hysterics
- boisterousness
- comedy
- humor
1.2. Chattering and spontaneous laughter
Used to describe lighter or less forceful expressions of amusement, including giggling, chuckling, snickering, and tittering during humorous conversations or social interactions.
Synonyms
- chuckles
- chortles
- giggles
- snickers
- sniggers
- titters
- twitters
Antonyms
- frowns
- grimaces
- scowls
- pouts
Examples
- A ripple of contagious cachinnations spread through the room during the improv performance.
- The sitcom's witty dialogue consistently sparked hearty cachinnations from its viewers.
- The children's cachinnations filled the playground as they exchanged amusing stories.
Related Words
1.3. Expressions of amusement and delight
Used to describe visible or audible expressions of happiness and amusement, including smiling, grinning, and playful reactions accompanying laughter.
Synonyms
- crows
- grins
- smiles
- simper
- smirks
- whoops
Antonyms
- frowns
- grimaces
- scowls
- lours
- lowers
Examples
- The lively gathering was filled with cachinnations as friends shared amusing anecdotes.
- Their playful cachinnations reflected the delight they felt during the celebration.
- The humorous performance produced cachinnations and cheerful reactions throughout the audience.
Related Words
- joy
- delight
- glee
- cheerfulness
- pleasure
- satisfaction
- good humor
- merriment