Select the most appropriate meaning of the given word.
Chuckle
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Correct answer: B
Explanation
The correct answer is option 2 i.e. Laugh quietly without opening one's mouth
Given word: Chuckle
Meaning: To laugh softly in a quiet way, often without opening the mouth
Example: He chuckled at the little child’s funny remark.
Synonym: Laugh quietly without opening one's mouth
Meaning: A soft, low laugh showing amusement
Example: She chuckled while reading the comic story.
Meaning of the other words:
- Laugh loudly – to laugh with a loud sound
- Cry like a donkey – to bray (not the meaning of chuckle)
- Laugh in a noisy, gleeful way – loud and cheerful laugh, not chuckle
Hence, the chosen option will be correct.