verb, noun as in strong fondness

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guffaw, derisive laugh, chuckle

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Example:The comedian’s joke elicited guffaws from the audience.

Definition:a loud, boisterous laugh; a fit of uncontrollable laughter.

From guffaw

Example:The critics unleashed a derisive laugh at the alleged exorbitant cost of the project.

Definition:a laugh that expresses contempt, scorn, or ridicule.

From derisive laugh

Example:Despite the tension, a gentle chuckle spread among the coworkers.

Definition:a soft, usually private laugh; a quiet, sotto voce chuckle.

From chuckle