Formal and Informal Expressions of chortle

In different contexts, you can replace 'chortle' with suitable alternatives. In a more informal setting, 'laugh it up, have a good laugh' is apt.

chortle: Explore its Definition & Usage

chortle Definition

1to laugh in a noisy and cheerful way
2a noisy, cheerful laugh

Using chortle: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "chortle" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

Example
He chortled with glee at the joke.
Example
She gave a chortle of amusement.
Example
The children chortled with delight at the clown's antics.

chortle Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for chortle

guffaw
chuckle
laugh heartily

Phrases with chortle

chortle away
to laugh loudly and cheerfully for an extended period of time
Example
They chortled away at the comedian's jokes.
chortle with delight
to laugh in a noisy and cheerful way because one is very pleased or amused
Example
The baby chortled with delight at the sight of the colorful toys.
chortle at someone's expense
to laugh at someone else's misfortune or embarrassment
Example
It's not polite to chortle at someone's expense.

Origins of chortle

coined by Lewis Carroll in Through the Looking-Glass (1871)

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Summary: chortle in Brief

The term 'chortle' [ˈtʃɔːtl] refers to a noisy and cheerful laugh, often expressing amusement or pleasure. It can be used as both a verb and a noun, as in 'He chortled with glee at the joke.' 'Chortle' is associated with phrases like 'chortle away,' denoting extended laughter, and 'chortle with delight,' indicating pleasure or amusement.