English Dictionary (Humor) beta

Occupant A person who inhabits or occupies a particular place, such as a house or apartment.  ■ "The occupant of this apartment is known for their eccentric habits and loud music."

Brooms A long-handled broom used for sweeping floors and other flat surfaces.  ■ "I forgot to clean the house before I left, so my roommate had to use a giant broom to sweep the entire apartment!"

clearance The act of cleaning out or getting rid of something, often in preparation for a move.  ■ "When moving to a new apartment, Jane spent weeks giving her old place a thorough clearance to make room for her belongings."

clutter A collection of items that are disorganized, chaotic, and overwhelming.  ■ John's apartment was a clutter of boxes, papers, and old furniture. It was so cluttered that he had to use a machete to navigate through it.

Contented To be satisfied with what you have, even if it's not much.  ■ "I'm contented with my small apartment because it's affordable and has everything I need."

contrast A sharp difference or opposition between two things, typically in appearance or behavior.  ■ "The stark contrast between the luxurious penthouse and the cramped apartment of the struggling artist made for a hilarious scene in the movie."

evicted To be forcibly removed from one's home or property.  ■ After failing to pay his rent, John was evicted from his apartment and had to find a new place to live.

Extent The greatest possible amount or degree of something, especially in relation to size or spread.  ■ He went to the extent of cleaning his entire apartment, even the corners under the couch.

Flats A type of dwelling with no elevators or stairs, typically consisting of multiple rooms on a single level.  ■ "I hate living in flats because I'm too lazy to walk up the stairs to my apartment."

Fleas Small, wingless insects that feed on the blood of animals and humans.  ■ I accidentally stepped on a flea while walking barefoot in my friend's apartment. It ran away before I could catch it!

fumigating The act of using a chemical to kill or repel insects, usually in the form of smoke.  ■ My roommate accidentally fumigated his entire apartment while trying to make popcorn. Now we're all coughing and sneezing.

galling To infuriate or enrage someone to such a degree that they become uncontrollable.  ■ "I accidentally spilled coffee on my shirt, and my girlfriend's reaction was positively galling. She made me clean the entire apartment as punishment."

gizmos A collection of strange, mysterious, or useless electronic devices.  ■ "I found a whole drawer full of gizmos in my old roommate's apartment. I had no idea what any of them did, but they made for some entertaining experimentation."

hellhole A dark, stinky, and generally unpleasant place where evil things happen.  ■ I accidentally left my phone in the hellhole of my old apartment building, and now it's covered in rat droppings.

insufferable An adjective that describes someone or something who is unbearably unpleasant, irritating, or offensive.  ■ "The smell of stale fish was so insufferable that I had to open all the windows in my apartment."

minimalist A person who only likes the absolute minimum of things, such as furniture or clothing.  ■ "I'm a minimalist when it comes to decorating my apartment. All I need is a bed and a chair."

mor A small amount of something, usually used as a humorous or sarcastic way to insult someone.  ■ John's new car is so expensive, it costs more than my entire apartment!

Payable adjective 1. Capable of being paid, especially in money or goods.  ■ The rent for this apartment is payable every month on the 1st. But don't worry, I have plenty of coins in my payable jar!

Penthouse A luxurious apartment located on the top floor of a building, typically with large windows and panoramic views.  ■ I heard that the CEO lives in a penthouse with a private pool and a personal chef.

Pests Small, annoying creatures that are harmful to humans or crops.  ■ "I had a pest infestation in my apartment, and it drove me crazy!

quarters A small, dingy, and poorly lit apartment that is home to a single cat.  ■ "I can't believe I have to spend my quarters in this cramped and grimy room. It's like living in a nightmare!

Rents The act of renting out a property or item for a fee.  ■ I was hesitant to rent my apartment on Airbnb because I didn't want strangers sleeping in my bed.

screwed to have a difficult or unpleasant situation to deal with, often due to someone's actions or mistakes  ■ "I was screwed because I left my keys at home and now I can't get into my apartment."

Sickened To be repulsed by something to the point of nausea or disgust.  ■ "I was sickened by the smell of burning rubber in my apartment."

smelt A strong and unpleasant odor that is easily detected by the sense of smell.  ■ The garbage bin in my apartment smells like a skunk every week. I refuse to take out the trash because of it!

Squalor A state of extreme poverty and filth, often associated with squalid living conditions.  ■ "The tenants of that old rundown apartment lived in such squalor that the landlord was forced to evict them."

steep an extremely steep slope or incline  ■ "I had to take a deep breath before climbing the steep stairs to my apartment," said John, panting heavily.

tenant A person who rents a property from someone else.  ■ "I'm a tenant of this apartment, but my landlord always tries to raise the rent."

tenement A small, cramped apartment in a rundown building.  ■ "I can't believe I have to share my bathroom with three other people in this tiny tenement!"

unpleasantness The state of being unpleasant or unenjoyable.  ■ "I can't stand the unpleasantness of cleaning my apartment."

uppity adjective: having or exhibiting an excessive sense of self-importance or superiority; arrogant or conceited.  ■ "That uppity dog thinks it's the boss, but it's just a mutt in my apartment."

amassed To have an enormous amount of something, often in a negative way  ■ I accidentally amassed a ton of junk at my old apartment. I'm pretty sure the landlord had to pay off the city just to get rid of it.

apartments A collection of small living spaces that are typically found in a large building, often located near the beach or other popular tourist destinations.  ■ John and Jane decided to rent an apartment by the ocean for their honeymoon. They were excited to soak up the sun and enjoy the view from their balcony every morning.

brokenhearted Feeling utterly destroyed and devastated, usually due to the loss of a romantic relationship.  ■ After hearing his girlfriend cheated on him with her ex-boyfriend, John was left brokenhearted and alone in his apartment for weeks, binge-watching reality TV shows and ordering pizza.

cluttering The act of filling a room with so much stuff that it becomes difficult to navigate or find anything. It's like a chaos-inducing black hole of fluff, but instead of destroying galaxies, it destroys any sense of order in your living space.  ■ I couldn't even invite my friends over because my apartment was cluttering with so many boxes and old furniture. It was like they had to navigate a maze just to find the bathroom!

complaint A formal statement of dissatisfaction, especially about something that a person has no power to change.  ■ "I have been living in this apartment for years and the landlord never fixes anything. It's always my fault because I'm too lazy to call him."

drips A very slow and steady flow of something, usually water or liquid, that falls from a higher point to a lower one.  ■ "I forgot to turn off the faucet before I left the house. Now my entire apartment has a drip, drip, drip soundtrack playing all day."

Escort A person who accompanies or guides someone or something, usually because they are dangerous, important, or have special needs.  ■ John hired a male escort to help him move his new furniture into his apartment. When the escort arrived, John realized he didn't need help after all and asked if he could cancel the service. The escort replied, "I'm sorry, sir, but I have to follow my contractual obligations." John was confused, so the escort clarified, "My contract says that I must escort you for at least one hour, even if you don't need any assistance." John laughed and told the escort, "Well in that case, let's just take a stroll around the block!"

ficus A tree that produces edible fruit and also serves as a popular indoor plant.  ■ "I had a ficus tree in my apartment, but it kept shedding leaves all over the floor. I eventually had to replace it with a rubber plant."

flat A flat is a type of apartment that has only one level, usually with no stairs or elevators.  ■I love living in my flat because it's so easy to clean!, To be flat out means to be completely and utterly certain about something.  ■I know for a fact that I won't win the lottery, so don't bother buying me a ticket.

housekeeping The art of keeping a house clean and organized, often performed by someone other than the occupants.  ■ "I hired a professional housekeeper to take care of my messy apartment. She was so good at her job that I started to worry she was secretly spying on me."

houses A collection of four walls, a roof, and a door that is inhabited by humans and their belongings. Also known as dwellings or abodes.  ■ "I'm so tired of sharing my tiny apartment with roommates. I need my own spacious house!

Janitors The people who clean and maintain the facilities of a building, often overlooked as heroes in their own right.  ■ "I never realized how much I appreciated janitors until I had to clean my own apartment. They truly are unsung heroes!

Lodging A temporary or permanent place where someone stays, such as a hotel room or an apartment.  ■ "I stayed in a luxurious lodging while on vacation, but it was so expensive that I had to eat ramen noodles for every meal."

loft A high, open space in the roof of a building or room.  ■The couple decided to rent out their loft apartment on Airbnb., To search for something on a website.  ■"I need to loft that recipe," said Sarah, as she scrolled through the endless pages of search results., A clever or amusing joke or remark.  ■"That was such a loft joke! I almost fell out of my seat laughing," said John, wiping tears from his eyes.

movers A group of people who move heavy objects for a living, often seen wearing brightly colored uniforms and driving trucks.  ■ "I hired the movers to help me move my couch from my old apartment to my new one. They arrived on time and did the job quickly, but I couldn't help but notice they were wearing matching socks."

odor A strong and unpleasant smell that lingers in the air, often caused by decay or spoilage.  ■ I forgot to take out the garbage and now my apartment reeks of a terrible odor. A word used to describe a person who is stinky or smelly, often in a derogatory way.  ■ "That guy is such an odor!" exclaimed the disgusted passerby.

outline A plan or sketch of a story, speech, or other piece of writing.  ■ "John's outline for his presentation on the history of rock and roll was so boring, I fell asleep before he even started.", A drawing or diagram of a plant or animal.  ■ "The botanist's outline of the different parts of a flower was so detailed, it looked like it could have been drawn by a master artist.", A map or plan of the layout of a room or building.  ■ "I spent hours studying the outline of my new apartment before moving in, so I wouldn't be caught off guard by any unexpected twists and turns."

radiator A device that emits heat to warm up a room.  ■ I forgot to turn off the radiator before leaving the house, and now my apartment is freezing cold!, A person who is extremely talkative and enjoys talking about a wide range of topics.  ■ "I just met this guy at the bar, and he was such a radiator. We talked about everything from politics to sports to movies!