cackles
/ˈkækəlz/
NOUN
1. The sharp, broken cry of a hen or goose
The loud, harsh, and repeated vocal sound made by a hen or goose, especially the characteristic call of a hen after laying an egg.
1.1. Characteristic calls of hens and geese
Sharp, broken, repeated cries produced by hens or geese, particularly the vocalization of a hen after laying an egg.
Synonyms
- squawks
- clucks
- cries
Examples
- The farmer heard the cackles of hens coming from the chicken coop.
- The morning cackles of the geese echoed across the farm.
Related Words
- honks
- screeches
- bird calls
- clucking
NOUN
2. Loud, harsh, or broken laughter
Loud or exaggerated laughs that resemble the sharp, irregular cry of a hen or goose.
2.1. Loud or boisterous laughter
Strong, audible bursts of laughter, often characterized by a harsh, high-pitched, or uncontrolled sound.
Synonyms
Antonyms
Examples
- The children's cackles filled the room as they watched the comedy show.
- Loud cackles erupted from the audience after the comedian's joke.
Related Words
- snickers
- sniggers
- titters
- cachinnations
- roars
2.2. Mocking or mischievous laughter
Harsh or exaggerated laughs expressing ridicule, triumph, amusement, or malicious satisfaction.
Synonyms
- snickers
- sniggers
- chortles
- guffaws
Antonyms
Examples
- The villain's sinister cackles echoed through the abandoned castle.
- The bullies exchanged mocking cackles after their cruel prank.
Related Words
- sneers
- smirks
- gloating
- mockery
- derision
NOUN
3. Futile or excessively noisy talk
Talk or conversation that is foolish, trivial, prolonged, or excessively noisy, often involving gossip or meaningless chatter.
3.1. Idle or trivial conversation
Casual, unproductive, or meaningless conversation that continues without discussing anything important.
Synonyms
Examples
- The office was filled with cackles and idle chatter during the afternoon break.
- The meeting produced more cackles and palaver than useful decisions.
Related Words
- chitchat
- small talk
- conversation
- gossip
- nattering
3.2. Excessively noisy or foolish conversation
Loud, continuous, or silly talking that becomes distracting or irritating to others.
Synonyms
Examples
- The teacher struggled to quiet the cackles coming from the back of the classroom.
- Their endless cackles made it difficult for anyone to concentrate.
Related Words
NOUN
4. A group of hyenas
A collective noun referring to a group of hyenas.
4.1. Group of hyenas
A collective group of hyenas, animals known for their distinctive vocalizations that can sound like laughter or cackling.
Synonyms
- clan
Examples
- A clan of hyenas gathered near the remains of their prey.
- The cackles of the hyenas could be heard across the savannah.
Related Words
VERB
5. To make a sharp, broken vocal sound
To produce a series of loud, harsh, irregular cries or calls resembling the characteristic sound made by a hen or goose.
5.1. Hens or geese making characteristic cries
Used when hens or geese produce repeated, sharp, broken vocal sounds, especially a hen calling after laying an egg.
Synonyms
- squawk
- cluck
- screech
- cry
Examples
- The hens cackles loudly whenever the farmer enters the coop.
- The geese cackles noisily near the pond.
Related Words
- honking
- squawking
- clucking
- screaming
VERB
6. To laugh in a loud, harsh, or broken manner
To laugh loudly or sharply with irregular bursts of sound resembling the cry of a hen or goose.
6.1. Loud or uncontrolled laughter
To laugh energetically or uncontrollably, producing loud, sharp, or repeated bursts of laughter.
Synonyms
Antonyms
Examples
- The witch cackles as her potion bubbles in the cauldron.
- The audience cackles loudly at the comedian's outrageous jokes.
Related Words
- snicker
- snigger
- titter
- cachinnate
- crow
6.2. Mocking or mischievous laughter
To laugh in a harsh, triumphant, or wicked-sounding manner, often expressing ridicule or satisfaction at someone else's misfortune.
Synonyms
- snicker
- snigger
- chortle
- guffaw
- laugh
Antonyms
Examples
- The villain cackles triumphantly after revealing his evil plan.
- The mischievous children cackles at the success of their prank.
Related Words
VERB
7. To talk in a silly or foolish manner
To speak foolishly, noisily, or excessively, often engaging in trivial conversation or prattle.
7.1. Foolish or trivial talking
To talk continuously about unimportant matters, often in a silly, rambling, or nonsensical way.
Synonyms
Examples
- The children cackles about their imaginary adventures all afternoon.
- The guests cackles endlessly about trivial matters during dinner.