Gentle and Playful:
* Giggle: A high-pitched, light laugh, often associated with children.
* Chuckle: A soft, low laugh, often with a hint of amusement.
* Snicker: A suppressed laugh, often meant to be secretive or disrespectful.
* Titter: A nervous or silly laugh.
* Chortle: A hearty, rumbling laugh, often expressing amusement or satisfaction.
Shy and Uncertain:
* Whimper: A weak, hesitant laugh, often expressing embarrassment.
* Murmur: A soft, barely audible laugh, often accompanied by a smile.
* Glimmer: A brief, almost silent laugh, expressing a moment of joy.
* Cackle: A sharp, dry laugh, often with a touch of nervousness.
Other:
* Pitter-patter: A light, rapid laugh, like the sound of raindrops.
* Rustle: A soft, fluttering laugh, like the sound of leaves in the wind.
* Whisper: A barely audible laugh, often spoken in a hushed tone.
* Chirp: A quick, bright laugh, often expressing happiness.
Figurative Language:
* A ripple of laughter: A gentle and spreading laughter.
* A burst of laughter: A sudden and loud laugh.
* A whisper of laughter: A quiet and subtle laugh.
The best word to use will depend on the specific context and the emotion you want to convey.