Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

laughing-uncontrollably

phrase
/ˈlɑːfɪŋ ˌʌn.kənˈtroʊ.lə.bli/
Definition
Engaging in laughter that cannot be controlled or contained; often resulting in intense and prolonged laughter.
Examples
  • During the comedy show, I found myself laughing uncontrollably at the hilarious antics of the performer.
  • My little brother told a joke that had the whole family laughing uncontrollably.
  • She started laughing uncontrollably when her friend tripped and fell in a funny way.
Meaning
A state of mirth where a person finds something so funny that they are unable to stop laughing, often leading to tears and gasping for breath due to the intensity of the laughter.
Synonyms
  • laughing hysterically
  • guffawing
  • chuckling uncontrollably
  • cackling