Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

snicker

verb
/ˈsnɪkər/
Definition
A quiet, suppressed laugh or chuckle.
Examples
  • She couldn’t help but snicker when she saw her friend trip over his own feet.
  • The students snickered at the teacher’s funny mistake.
Meaning
To snicker means to laugh in a sly or quiet way, often at someone else’s expense. It can convey amusement or mockery.
Synonyms
  • chuckle
  • snigger
  • giggle
  • titter