cackle

noun, verb11 collocationsAvg. frequency: 3.6

describes a harsh, unpleasant laugh, often associated with villains or witches.

a phrase used to describe a burst of loud, harsh laughter.

to suddenly produce a short, loud, unpleasant laugh.

to produce a short, loud, unpleasant laugh.

to perceive the sound of a harsh, unpleasant laugh.

to laugh in a harsh way that suggests malicious intent.

to laugh in a very energetic and uncontrolled way.

to laugh in a high, harsh way that is very audible.

to laugh in a wild, crazy, and uncontrolled way.

to laugh with excessive, frantic energy.

used to specify the emotion causing the cackle, e.g., 'cackle with delight/glee/laughter'.