English Dictionary (Humor) beta

Paragraphs A series of related sentences that form a coherent unit in a written work, typically containing information about a single topic.  ■ "In paragraph one, we'll discuss the history of the internet. In paragraph two, we'll talk about its impact on society. And finally, in paragraph three, we'll explore some of the latest trends in online shopping."

Greet To say hello in a sarcastic or humorous way.  ■ "Hey, great to see you! I hope everything is going well. Oh wait, it's not? Well, that's just perfect."

remembered To remember something so well that you could recite it verbatim, even if asked to do so by a talking bear.  ■ "I remembered the lyrics to 'Don't Stop Believin'' so well, I could sing them while doing a cartwheel."

accomplishing To do something so well that it makes you feel like a total boss.  ■ "I accomplished my goal of eating 10 tacos in one sitting. I am now known as the 'Taco King'."

Accomplishment Something that you have done well or successfully.  ■ "I'm so proud of myself for finally getting a job after months of job hunting. It was an accomplishment I will never forget."

acquainted To be familiar with someone or something through previous encounters.  ■ "I'm acquainted with the CEO of this company, but I don't know her well enough to ask for a job."

Apocalypse A catastrophic event that results in the destruction of the world.  ■ "I heard that if the apocalypse happens, we'll all be forced to eat bugs and wear funny hats."

appease To make someone happy or satisfied by doing something they want.  ■ "I know my boss is unhappy with me, but if I give them a report on how well their new product is selling, I'm sure they'll appease."

Articulate To express oneself clearly and eloquently, especially in speech or writing.  ■ "I may not be articulate well, but I can make a mean sandwich."

Associate A person who works in partnership with another or others to achieve a common goal.  ■ "John and Jane are such good associates - they work together so well!"

Assuring A word that you use when you want to make someone feel better about a situation, even though it's probably not true.  ■ "Don't worry, I'm sure I'll ace this test. I always do well on exams."

Backup A person or thing that is always behind or in the rear of something else.  ■ "I had a backup plan in case my presentation didn't go well."

balled To have sex with someone.  ■ I'm so bad at balling, I might as well just stay home and masturbate.

barroom A room where alcohol is served and people go to drink and socialize.  ■ John was so drunk in the barroom that he started telling jokes about his mother-in-law. It didn't end well.

Benched To sit on the bench during a game, usually because you are not playing or not performing well enough to play.  ■ The coach benched the starting quarterback after he made three turnovers in a row.

bestseller A book, product, or service that is extremely popular and sells very well.  ■ "The Da Vinci Code" by Dan Brown was such a bestseller, it's now being adapted into a movie!

blatant adjective - characterized by obvious, direct, and sometimes offensive behavior or language; flagrantly overt.  ■ "His blatant flirting with the receptionist was so obvious, he might as well have had a neon sign on his forehead."

boobies Noun - The large, pendulous mammary glands of a female, often used as an inappropriate or offensive term.  ■ John accidentally called his colleague's boobies "jumbo jet" during the presentation. It was not received well.

Boredom A state of extreme ennui caused by the repetition or predictability of an activity or environment.  ■ "I'm feeling so bored with my daily routine, I might as well watch paint dry."

Climax The moment of greatest excitement, passion, or intensity, often in a dramatic sense. This can refer to sexual climaxes as well.  ■ "I can't wait for the climax of this movie! I heard it has some intense action scenes."

cohesive Adjective: having a strong and effective bond or unity; able to hold together well  ■ The team's cohesive performance on the court was impressive, but they fell apart in the final quarter.

Coordinated Having one's movements and actions in perfect harmony with those of another.  ■ "The synchronized swimmers were coordinated so well that it looked like they were dancing on water."

correspond To match or agree with something.  ■ "I'm so glad my cat and dog correspond well. I don't want them fighting all the time."

dateless Having no dates, either because you are single or because you have poor social skills.  ■ "I'm so dateless, I might as well start a club called 'The Unlucky Singles'."

debatable Adjective describing something that can be argued or disputed.  ■ "Is it debatable whether pineapple belongs on pizza? Well, that's a topic for another time."

Deductions A clever and humorous way of solving a problem or making an observation.  ■ "I deduced that you were feeling down because you didn't have any ice cream. Well, I just so happen to have some in my freezer!"

disasters A series of unfortunate events that result in a lot of destruction and suffering.  ■ "Well, it's been a real disaster for the city. The power went out for hours and the sewage backup was absolutely horrendous."

exports The act of shipping goods or services to another country.  ■ After realizing that their product was not selling well in their own country, the company decided to export it to Japan where it became a hit!

Faraway A place that is so far away, it might as well be on another planet.  ■ "I can't believe I have to travel all the way to Timbuktu just for a vacation! That's faraway!"

fared To have a good time, especially in a humorous or entertaining way.  ■ John's comedy routine fared well with the crowd, earning him a standing ovation.

farewell A word used to say goodbye, but it's also the perfect response when someone tries to be funny and fails miserably.  ■ "Well, farewell," John replied, as he watched his friend's joke go down like a lead balloon.

Farewells A heartfelt goodbye, often accompanied by tears and hugs. This is usually the last time you'll see someone until they return.  ■ "I'm so sad to say farewells to my friend, but I know we'll be reunited soon!

Feudal A system of government and social organization in which land ownership is tied to military service.  ■ The feudal system may seem outdated, but it's still alive and well in the world of fantasy literature.

firstly The most important thing to do or say first, in order to set the tone for the rest of the conversation.  ■ "Well, firstly, let's talk about how amazing I am."

Forthwith At once, immediately.  ■ "I told him I was leaving forthwith. He replied, 'Yeah, well don't forget to take the dog out.'

fours A set of four players in a game of baseball.  ■ The outfield fours played well together, making it difficult for the opposing team to score any runs.

fucks A verb used to express surprise, anger, or disappointment in a sarcastic or humorous manner.  ■ "I can't believe I forgot my keys and now have to go back home. Well, fuck me.

hardworking A person who is extremely lazy and refuses to work hard despite being paid well for it.  ■ "John is a hardworking employee, he works so little that he doesn't even need to break a sweat."

heal To become healthy or well again, often after being sick or injured.  ■ "I'm feeling so much better now that I've healed from my cold."

health A state of being fit, well, and free from disease or illness.  ■ "I'm in great health today! I just finished a marathon and am feeling amazing."

Hears To listen with a skeptical ear, as if someone is lying.  ■ "I heard she cheated on her husband," said John. "Well, I hears it's not true."

hullo A greeting used to acknowledge the existence of someone, often in a sarcastic or mocking tone.  ■ "Hullo there! How's it hanging?" said John to his friend, who was clearly not doing well.

imbeciles A person who is extremely foolish or stupid.  ■ "The politicians made such a mess of things, they might as well be classified as imbeciles."

impetuous Adjective: characterized by sudden, strong desires or impulses that are not well thought out  ■ "He was so impetuous that he decided to quit his job on the spot and move to Bali.

indicates To suggest, imply, or point out something, often with a subtle or ironic tone.  ■ "His outfit indicates that he's trying to impress her," said Sarah sarcastically. "Well, mission accomplished!"

kudos A shout of praise, applause, or admiration for someone's achievement. It's usually given to someone who has done something really well.  ■ "Wow! You got the best grade in your class! Kudos to you!"

labrador A type of dog known for its friendly disposition and love of water, often used as a service or hunting dog.  ■ "I heard you have a labrador? Well, my cat loves to chase them around the house."

listening The act of hearing something and responding to it with appropriate reactions, such as laughter or sarcasm.  ■ "I can't believe my friend just suggested that I eat a whole pizza by myself. Well, listen and learn!

locksmith A person who makes and repairs locks, as well as providing keys to lock them.  ■ "Why did the locksmith break up with his girlfriend? Because he found out she was a bit of a 'key' to his heart."