Definitions
- Describing a loud and uncontrollable laughter. - Referring to a burst of laughter that is spontaneous and infectious. - Talking about a hearty and boisterous laughter that is difficult to control.
- Describing a gleeful and chuckling laughter. - Referring to a combination of laughter and a snort or chuckle. - Talking about a joyful and slightly mischievous laughter.
List of Similarities
- 1Both describe forms of laughter.
- 2Both indicate amusement or joy.
- 3Both can be used to express happiness or amusement in response to something funny.
- 4Both involve vocalization and sound production.
- 5Both can be contagious and make others laugh as well.
What is the difference?
- 1Sound: Cachinate refers to a loud and uncontrollable laughter, while chortle describes a gleeful and chuckling laughter with a snort or chuckle.
- 2Intensity: Cachinate implies a more intense and boisterous laughter, while chortle suggests a lighter and slightly mischievous laughter.
- 3Control: Cachinate is difficult to control and can be overwhelming, while chortle is more controlled and composed.
- 4Connotation: Cachinate has a stronger and more energetic connotation, while chortle has a playful and lighthearted connotation.
- 5Usage: Cachinate is less commonly used compared to chortle, which is more widely recognized and used in everyday language.
Remember this!
Cachinate and chortle are both words that describe forms of laughter associated with amusement and joy. However, there are differences in terms of sound, intensity, control, connotation, and usage. Cachinate refers to a loud and uncontrollable laughter, while chortle describes a gleeful and chuckling laughter with a snort or chuckle. Cachinate is more intense and difficult to control, while chortle is lighter and slightly mischievous. Additionally, cachinate is less commonly used compared to chortle in everyday language.
