guffaw (B1)

verb

Pronunciation: /ɡəˈfɔː/

Definition

To laugh loudly and heartily.

Examples

• He couldn't help but guffaw at the silly joke.

• The friends guffawed when they saw the embarrassing photo.

• Her infectious laugh made everyone around her guffaw.

How to Use guffaw

guffaw at (prepositional phrase)

To laugh loudly at something. — "The audience guffawed at the comedian's witty remarks."

guffaw with laughter (collocation)

To laugh very loudly. — "They guffawed with laughter at the absurd situation."

Synonyms of guffaw

Words with a similar meaning to guffaw:

• chuckle
• laugh
• roar
• cackle

Antonyms of guffaw

Words with the opposite meaning to guffaw:

• whimper
• frown

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