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Foundation level · Year 4 · free

giggle

verb · Say it: GIG-uhl

What it means

Foundation

to laugh in a light, silly way, often because you can't help it

The twins giggled when the puppy licked their toes.

Similar and opposite words

Synonyms (similar meaning)

  • chuckle
  • laugh
  • snigger
  • titter

More examples

  • Sophie couldn't stop giggling at her dad's funny dance in the kitchen.

Where the word comes from

It imitates the sound of light, silly laughter.

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