Laughter
noun
The action or sound of laughing.
Her joke brought laughter from the crowd
Often appears as...
- burst of laughter
- roar of laughter
noun
An inner quality, mood, disposition, etc., suggestive of laughter; mirthfulness.
Her laughter was infectious and brightened the room
Often appears as...
- room filled with laughter
- laughter in her eyes
noun
The action or sound of laughing.
Her joke brought laughter from the crowd
Often appears as...
- burst of laughter
- roar of laughter
noun
An inner quality, mood, disposition, etc., suggestive of laughter; mirthfulness.
Her laughter was infectious and brightened the room
Often appears as...
- room filled with laughter
- laughter in her eyes
Definition 1 of 2
Pro Tip 1/3Social Reaction
Used to describe a collective response, indicating something is funny or enjoyable.
The comedian's punchline was met with immediate laughter.
Pro Tip 2/3Positive Atmosphere
Implies a light-hearted, pleasant social environment, often used at gatherings or events.
The room was full of laughter during the birthday celebration.
Pro Tip 3/3Emotional Release
Can be a form of emotional expression, signaling relief or release of tension.
After the stressful exam, their laughter was a sign of relief.
Pro Tip 1/3Social Reaction
Used to describe a collective response, indicating something is funny or enjoyable.
The comedian's punchline was met with immediate laughter.
Pro Tip 2/3Positive Atmosphere
Implies a light-hearted, pleasant social environment, often used at gatherings or events.
The room was full of laughter during the birthday celebration.
Pro Tip 3/3Emotional Release
Can be a form of emotional expression, signaling relief or release of tension.
After the stressful exam, their laughter was a sign of relief.
Pro Tip 1/3Social Reaction
Used to describe a collective response, indicating something is funny or enjoyable.
The comedian's punchline was met with immediate laughter.
Pro Tip 2/3Positive Atmosphere
Implies a light-hearted, pleasant social environment, often used at gatherings or events.
The room was full of laughter during the birthday celebration.
Pro Tip 3/3Emotional Release
Can be a form of emotional expression, signaling relief or release of tension.
After the stressful exam, their laughter was a sign of relief.
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Video examples
How porn changes the way...
All of a sudden, that room full of high school students exploded into laughter, high fives. I think there were some loud hooting noises. And all anyone had done was say that one word -- pornography. That moment would prove to be an important turning point for me and my professional mission of finding solutions
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Why we laugh PIPE Sophie...
humans are the only animals that laugh. Nietzsche thought that humans are the only animals that laugh. In fact, you find laughter throughout the mammals. It's been well-described and well-observed in primates, but you also see it in rats, and wherever you find it -- humans, primates, rats --
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The way we think about...
and there are some issues for which you just can't develop the kind of money measures that you need for a market. I sit on the board of a center for the developmentally disabled, and these people want laughter and compassion and they want love. How do you monetize that?
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Why the best hire might...
Scrappers know that humor gets you through the tough times, and laughter helps you change your perspective. And finally, there are relationships. People who overcome adversity don't do it alone. Somewhere along the way, they find people who bring out the best in them
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What's the definition of...
because it's a living thing. He argued laughter has a social function to destroy mechanical inelasticity in people's attitudes and behavior. Someone doing the same thing over and over, or building up a false image of themself and the world, or not adapting to reality
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How to deal with...
bohemian world she loved entertaining and there would be raucous parties on weeknights I would be in my bed trying to go to sleep and I would be woken up with drunken laughter and noise outside the bedroom and
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Bonobo Loves Being...
of laughter we feel bonded we still relax it really is a booster to that internal motivation like yeah this is wonderful let's keep doing it play is a safe way to test the
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What happens during a...
avoiding tobacco use, staying fit, and enjoying plenty of sleep and lots of laughter all go a long way in making sure your body's most important muscle keeps on beating.
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Chimamanda Ngozi...
But the truth is that I had a very happy childhood, full of laughter and love, in a very close-knit family. But I also had grandfathers who died in refugee camps.
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Sufferfest: 700 Miles of...
but the same time there's a lot of beauty, and laughter, and really special moments, and it all combines into this unforgettable life experience. Woo! Yeah!
Video examples
How porn changes the way...
All of a sudden, that room full of high school students exploded into laughter, high fives. I think there were some loud hooting noises. And all anyone had done was say that one word -- pornography. That moment would prove to be an important turning point for me and my professional mission of finding solutions
Video examples
Why we laugh PIPE Sophie...
humans are the only animals that laugh. Nietzsche thought that humans are the only animals that laugh. In fact, you find laughter throughout the mammals. It's been well-described and well-observed in primates, but you also see it in rats, and wherever you find it -- humans, primates, rats --
Video examples
The way we think about...
and there are some issues for which you just can't develop the kind of money measures that you need for a market. I sit on the board of a center for the developmentally disabled, and these people want laughter and compassion and they want love. How do you monetize that?
Video examples
Why the best hire might...
Scrappers know that humor gets you through the tough times, and laughter helps you change your perspective. And finally, there are relationships. People who overcome adversity don't do it alone. Somewhere along the way, they find people who bring out the best in them
Video examples
What's the definition of...
because it's a living thing. He argued laughter has a social function to destroy mechanical inelasticity in people's attitudes and behavior. Someone doing the same thing over and over, or building up a false image of themself and the world, or not adapting to reality
Video examples
How to deal with...
bohemian world she loved entertaining and there would be raucous parties on weeknights I would be in my bed trying to go to sleep and I would be woken up with drunken laughter and noise outside the bedroom and
Video examples
Bonobo Loves Being...
of laughter we feel bonded we still relax it really is a booster to that internal motivation like yeah this is wonderful let's keep doing it play is a safe way to test the
Video examples
What happens during a...
avoiding tobacco use, staying fit, and enjoying plenty of sleep and lots of laughter all go a long way in making sure your body's most important muscle keeps on beating.
Video examples
Chimamanda Ngozi...
But the truth is that I had a very happy childhood, full of laughter and love, in a very close-knit family. But I also had grandfathers who died in refugee camps.
Video examples
Sufferfest: 700 Miles of...
but the same time there's a lot of beauty, and laughter, and really special moments, and it all combines into this unforgettable life experience. Woo! Yeah!
Example 1 of 10
Quote examples
Robin Williams
American Comedian
In the process of looking for comedy, you have to be deeply honest. And in doing that, you'll find out here's the other side. You'll be looking under the rock occasionally for the laughter.
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Kevin Hart
American Actor
Laughter heals all wounds, and that's one thing that everybody shares. No matter what you're going through, it makes you forget about your problems. I think the world should keep laughing.
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Friedrich Nietzsche
German Philosopher
Perhaps I know best why it is man alone who laughs; he alone suffers so deeply that he had to invent laughter.
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Oscar Wilde
Irish Poet
Laughter is not at all a bad beginning for a friendship, and it is far the best ending for one.
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Henry Ward Beecher
American Clergyman
Laughter is not a bad beginning for a friendship, and it is the best ending for one.
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Govinda
Indian Actor
Laughter is beyond truth - the ultimate happiness.
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Nelson Mandela
South African Statesman
Give a child love, laughter and peace, not AIDS.
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Diogo Morgado
Portuguese Actor
Laughter and joy are part of the beauty of life.
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Sarah Cooper
Jamaican Comedian
Laughter is so important.
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Theodore Melfi
American Director
Life is laughter.
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Robin Williams
American Comedian
In the process of looking for comedy, you have to be deeply honest. And in doing that, you'll find out here's the other side. You'll be looking under the rock occasionally for the laughter.
Quote examples
Kevin Hart
American Actor
Laughter heals all wounds, and that's one thing that everybody shares. No matter what you're going through, it makes you forget about your problems. I think the world should keep laughing.
Quote examples
Friedrich Nietzsche
German Philosopher
Perhaps I know best why it is man alone who laughs; he alone suffers so deeply that he had to invent laughter.
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Oscar Wilde
Irish Poet
Laughter is not at all a bad beginning for a friendship, and it is far the best ending for one.
Quote examples
Henry Ward Beecher
American Clergyman
Laughter is not a bad beginning for a friendship, and it is the best ending for one.
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Govinda
Indian Actor
Laughter is beyond truth - the ultimate happiness.
Quote examples
Nelson Mandela
South African Statesman
Give a child love, laughter and peace, not AIDS.
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Diogo Morgado
Portuguese Actor
Laughter and joy are part of the beauty of life.
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Sarah Cooper
Jamaican Comedian
Laughter is so important.
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Theodore Melfi
American Director
Life is laughter.
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