Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

crackle

verb
/ˈkrakəl/
Definition
To make a series of short, sharp noises.
Examples
  • The fire began to crackle as it consumed the logs.
  • She heard the crackle of the leaves beneath her feet.
  • The static from the radio would crackle occasionally.
Meaning
Crackle refers to the sound that is produced when something burns or breaks, characterized by a series of quick, snapping sounds.
Synonyms
  • snap
  • pop
  • sparkle
  • fizzle