Cackle

usgb/ˈkækl/
verb

If a hen cackles, it makes a sharp sound, or to laugh a lot in a loud or high voice.

The old witch cackled loudly as the children approached her house.
Visual representation of "cackle" - If a hen cackles, it makes a sharp sound, or to laugh a lot in a loud or high voice

Often appears as...

  • cackle with laughter
  • cackle like a hen
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Witchy Laughter

Often used to describe an evil or mischievous laugh, similar to a witch in stories.

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The villain's cackle echoed in the dungeon.
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Mocking Tone

Implies laughing at someone, not with them, potentially to belittle.

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They cackled at his failed attempt to dance.
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Loud and High

Cackling is noticeably louder and higher-pitched than regular laughter.

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Her cackle cut through the calm night air.
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