English Dictionary (Humor) beta

addresses The act of making someone laugh so hard they can hardly breathe.  ■ When the comedian made a joke about politicians, the whole room erupted in laughter and the audience couldn't stop addressing.

Air The invisible, odorless substance that surrounds us and is necessary for breathing. Also known as "the good stuff" or "the life force."  ■ "I can't breathe without air! What am I, a fish?"

Breathes² To inhale air through the nose or mouth, typically as part of normal respiration.  ■ "I breathe in deeply to smell the delicious aroma of cookies baking in the oven."

Burdened To be weighed down by a heavy amount of things, such as work or responsibilities.  ■ "I'm so burdened with emails and deadlines that I feel like I'll never be able to breathe again!"

Charley A person who is extremely funny and entertaining.  ■ "I love going to comedy shows with Charley. He always has me laughing so hard I can't breathe!"

density The quality or state of being closely packed together; a high concentration of something.  ■ "Wow, the city is so dense that it feels like there's no room to breathe!

domination The act of being extremely funny and hilarious, often to the point of making others laugh so much they can't breathe.  ■ "John's jokes during his stand-up routine were so funny, it felt like he was dominating the stage!

dragon A mythical creature with scales, wings, and the ability to breathe fire. Often depicted as a powerful and fearsome beast.  ■ "The dragon was so big, it could easily fit in a swimming pool!"

excused An expression of relief that one has been granted permission or forgiveness for a transgression.  ■ "I was so embarrassed for forgetting my friend's birthday, but after being excused, I felt like I could breathe again."

forbidding Something that is strictly prohibited or disallowed, often in a humorous way.  ■ "I can't believe you're forbidding me from eating pizza! That's like saying I can't breathe air!"

Guardian A person or thing that keeps watch over and protects something or someone, often with strict rules.  ■ "My guardian angel was watching over me during my test and reminded me to breathe. I passed with flying colors!"

Inhaled To breathe in deeply, usually with the intention of filling oneself with something amusing or entertaining.  ■ "I can't believe how funny that joke was, I inhaled it right up!

lungs The most important organs in any person or animal, responsible for breathing in oxygen and exhaling carbon dioxide. Also known as "the lungs".  ■ "I don't know how to breathe without my lungs."

monster A large, frightening creature with human-like features or abilities.  ■ "I'm afraid of monsters because they always have claws and can breathe fire."

Nonstop Never ending. Constantly going, without any stops or pauses.  ■ I can't keep up with my nonstop work schedule. I'm constantly running from meeting to meeting and barely have time to breathe!

Oppression The act of crushing people with a weight so heavy that they can't even breathe.  ■ "He may not be tall, but he sure knows how to put the oppressive weight of his personality on someone."

pneumonia An infection that causes the air sacs in your lungs to become inflamed and filled with fluid. It can be very serious, but it's also quite amusing if you imagine a pufferfish trying to breathe through its nose.

respirations The act of taking in air and exhaling carbon dioxide, which is accomplished through the movement of the diaphragm and intercostal muscles.  ■ While performing respirations, it's important to maintain a steady pace and breathe deeply to avoid hyperventilation.

Respirator A device used to force air into the lungs and remove carbon dioxide.  ■ "I forgot my respirator at home, so I had to breathe heavily while jogging."

smother To suffocate or overwhelm someone with something, often in a humorous way.  ■ John's girlfriend smothered him with love and affection on their anniversary. He couldn't breathe!

smothering To overwhelm with a heavy, oppressive presence or influence, often to the point of stifling or suffocating.  ■ "The crowd was smothering, and I couldn't breathe for hours."

Specter A ghostly figure that haunts people.  ■ I was so scared of the specter that I couldn't even breathe. But then I realized it was just a pile of old clothes in the corner.

stuffed To be extremely full of something, often to the point of being unable to move or breathe.  ■ "I ate so many cookies that I was stuffed like a Thanksgiving turkey!"

Suffocating To render someone unconscious or unable to breathe due to a lack of air.  ■ The cat was suffocating under the pile of blankets on the couch. It's a wonder it didn't start choking.

tuition The art of making people laugh so hard they can barely breathe, often involving exaggerated facial expressions and humor.  ■ "His tuition was top-notch, with jokes that would have me rolling on the floor in tears!"

adenoids A collection of soft, glandular tissue located in the back of the throat. These glands produce mucus which helps to filter out harmful bacteria and viruses from the air we breathe.  ■ "I'm sorry, I have really bad adenoids right now. It's like someone is constantly blowing their nose in my face."

Airmen A group of people who are obsessed with flying. They often have a "thing" for airplanes and spend most of their time in the sky.  ■ "I can't believe how much these airmen love flying! I mean, they practically eat, sleep, and breathe planes."

Asphyxiation The act of making someone breathe in an airless environment, resulting in death by lack of oxygen.  ■ "I forgot to bring my own air supply when I went scuba diving and ended up experiencing asphyxiation. It was a real bummer."

asthma A condition where one's airways narrow and constrict, making it difficult to breathe. Symptoms include wheezing, coughing, and difficulty breathing.  ■ "I have asthma and can't run in the marathon like my friends. But I can run circles around them when it comes to eating dessert!"

bliss An intense feeling of happiness and contentment that comes from experiencing something truly amazing, such as a perfect moment or a great achievement.  ■ "When I found out I got accepted into my dream school, I was overcome with bliss! It was like a weight had been lifted off my shoulders and I could finally breathe freely."

Choke To suddenly feel like you are unable to breathe due to some external obstruction, such as a piece of food stuck in your throat.  ■ John tried to impress his date by performing a magic trick, but ended up choking on the chicken he swallowed whole.

chokes A sudden feeling of being overwhelmed or unable to breathe due to an excess of air in the lungs.  ■ "I tried to impress my boss by eating a huge sandwich, but it ended up choking me and I had to call for help."

diphtheria A highly infectious bacterial disease that causes a sore throat and fever, often leading to difficulty breathing. It is usually spread through respiratory droplets.  ■ "I was about to go on my first date when I realized I had diphtheria. My date turned into a scary and painful experience of trying to breathe while wearing an oxygen mask."

dragons Large, fire-breathing mythical creatures with scales and wings, often depicted as guardians of treasure.  ■ "I heard that the dragons of the kingdom were so fierce that they could breathe fire and melt entire mountains! That's why it's always a good idea to stay on their good side."

drowning The act of being completely submerged in water and unable to breathe. However, the word "drowning" can also be used to describe a situation where someone is overwhelmed by information or choices.  ■ "I almost drowned when I went swimming with the octopuses. They were so friendly and playful, but they kept leading me deeper into the water!", "She was drowning in emails when her boss walked by and asked if she needed help.

fetuses A group of tiny humans that are still inside their mother's body. They are a lot like miniature versions of us, except for the fact that they can't breathe or see.  ■ "I heard a joke about fetuses yesterday, but I couldn't get past the punchline."

Gibson A person who is extremely funny and has a dry sense of humor. Gibsons are known for their ability to make people laugh uncontrollably.  ■ "I just met a new gibson, they had me laughing so hard I could barely breathe!"

infecting The act of making someone laugh so hard they can't breathe and need a paper bag to puke in.  ■ "I accidentally told my friend I thought he was ugly, but instead of getting mad, he started laughing so hard that he accidentally spit out his sandwich all over me. That's what I call infecting humor!

inhale To breathe in air, typically by filling one's lungs with it.  ■ "I inhaled deeply to get that last bit of dust out of my throat." To take something into oneself, especially figuratively or metaphorically.  ■ "She inhaled all the criticism and used it to improve herself."

methadone A highly addictive and dangerous drug used to treat opiate addiction. It is often given out as part of a rehabilitation program, but can also be abused.  ■ "I accidentally took methadone instead of my regular medication. It made me feel like I was on top of the world, until I realized that I couldn't move or breathe."

ran To run out of breath and cry uncontrollably due to extreme happiness or excitement.  ■ "When I found out my favorite band was coming to town, I ran so hard I could barely breathe and started crying like a baby!

raped To make someone laugh so hard that they are unable to breathe for a short period of time. Often used as a verb to describe the act of telling a really bad joke.  ■ "That was a raped joke! I can't believe I fell for it."

saddled To be overburdened or stressed by a task or responsibility, often to the point of being unable to function properly.  ■ "I'm completely saddled with this project at work. I barely have time to breathe, let alone think about anything else."

suffocate To cause someone or something to become unable to breathe by overwhelming them with an excessive amount of air, smoke, or other noxious substance.  ■ John accidentally suffocated on a peanut butter sandwich during his lunch break at work. It was such a tragic event that his coworkers held a memorial for him every day.

suffocated to be overwhelmed by an intense feeling of being smothered or crushed, often due to a lack of air or oxygen  ■ "I was suffocated by the smell of fish in the dorm room. I had to open my window just to breathe!

throats The part of the body that carries air in and out when we speak, breathe or cough.  ■ "I told my friend to watch his throat while he ate spicy food, but he didn't listen and now his throats are burning like crazy!

Wheeze A loud, whistling sound made while breathing, often accompanied by coughing or sneezing.  ■ John's asthma was so bad that he had to use an inhaler just to breathe without wheezing. But when he found out it was all in his head, he was overjoyed and decided to celebrate by going on a roller coaster.