English Dictionary (Humor) beta

burn An act of setting something on fire, usually intentionally.  ■He accidentally burnt his tongue while eating the hot pizza., A feeling of intense heat, typically caused by a fire or other source of heat.  ■She was burning up with fever after the flu shot., To cause damage or harm to something, often in a destructive way.  ■The wildfire burnt down several acres of land and destroyed hundreds of homes.

abetted To encourage or assist someone in their misguided endeavors, often unintentionally  ■ John's friends abetted his terrible cooking by eating all the burnt toast he made, hoping it would improve next time.

accelerant An additive that speeds up a chemical reaction. Also known as a catalyst.  ■ "I accidentally spilled some accelerant on my shirt while cooking breakfast, and now it smells like burnt rubber!

cadet A young, inexperienced soldier, especially a member of the U.S. military academy.  ■ "I heard that cadet was so bad at cooking, he burnt his toast."

Carefree A person who has no worries or concerns about anything, and is completely carefree.  ■ "John was so carefree on his vacation that he forgot to pack sunscreen and got burnt everywhere."

Cook A person who prepares and cooks food, especially for a family or business.  ■ I hired a professional cook to make dinner for my family, but he burnt all the food.

Defrost The process of removing ice from something, such as a frozen pizza.  ■ "I forgot to defrost the pizza before baking it. Now I have a burnt crust."

Distasteful Something that is unpleasant or unappetizing to the senses, especially the taste buds.  ■ "The smell of burnt rubber was so distasteful that I had to leave the room."

fault A flaw or mistake in something that makes it imperfect or less than ideal.  ■ "John's cooking always has a few faults, like the burnt toast and undercooked steak."

fumes A type of smoke that smells like burnt rubber or exhaust.  ■ The car fumes were so strong, it felt like someone had set a tire on fire in the middle of the room.

gams The act of making a big show of being upset, angry, or hurt when someone insults your cooking.  ■ "I'm sorry I burnt the toast," said John. "You really gamed me up with that comment about my gams."

grossly In a manner that is unpleasant or disgusting, typically relating to the senses of sight, smell, or touch.  ■ The smell of burnt rubber from the car's brakes was grossly overpowering.

incinerate To burn something so intensely that it is reduced to ashes.  ■ "I accidentally incinerated my sandwich while trying to use the microwave. Now I have a bag of burnt toast and a sad story to tell."

inept A person who is clumsy, inept, or unskilled.  ■ John was so inept at cooking that he burnt his toast every time.

kitchen A room in a house where food is prepared and consumed. Typically contains a stove, refrigerator, and sink.  ■ "I accidentally left the oven door open and now my kitchen smells like burnt toast."

mishandled To handle something badly, resulting in a mess or disaster.  ■ "I tried to make scrambled eggs for breakfast, but I completely mishandled the pan and ended up with burnt rubber instead of eggs."

oven A large, rectangular metal box used for cooking food by heating it with hot air.  ■ "I burnt all my cookies when I accidentally left them in the oven for an hour."

ozone A gas that smells like burnt rubber and is produced by lightning or electrical sparks.  ■ I forgot to unplug my phone before going to bed, now my room reeks of ozone!

panned An adjective used to describe a dish that has been cooked in a pan.  ■ "I accidentally burnt the panniers, and they were completely panned."

Platform A raised area or structure where something can be placed, such as a stage or a computer screen.  ■ I accidentally spilled my coffee on the platform of the subway train. Now it smells like burnt toast and regret.

praising To speak highly of someone or something, often in a humorous way.  ■ "I was praising my dog's cooking skills when I realized she had only burnt the toast."

professed A declaration made by someone who is not qualified to make it.  ■ He professed to be an expert in cooking, but his burnt toast and raw eggs proved otherwise.

rectory A place where the rector of a church lives, often with their family.  ■ When the rectory caught fire, the entire town smelled like burnt toast and parsonage.

renewal The process of starting fresh or beginning anew.  ■ "I've been feeling burnt out and need a renewal of energy to tackle my work. Maybe I should take a vacation and come back refreshed!"

seared To cook food over an open flame, often resulting in a burnt or charred appearance.  ■ "I forgot to flip the steak and now it's completely seared on one side."

stubs A collection of short pieces or stumps left behind after something has been burned or cut away.  ■ "I accidentally burnt the last slice of pizza, leaving me with only a pile of stubs to show for my effort."

Toast A piece of bread that has been lightly toasted.  ■ "I'm sorry, I didn't realize I was supposed to toast the bread before making grilled cheese sandwiches. Now we have burnt toast and a sad sandwich."

touching To be in contact with something or someone, usually accidentally.  ■ I accidentally touched the hot stove and now I have a burnt hand.

Touchy An overly sensitive person who is easily offended by even the slightest of insults or criticisms.  ■ John is a touchy person; he got really upset when someone talked about his favorite food being burnt.

wiped To accidentally drop a tray of food on the ground, causing a mess and a huge stink. Also known as "fudging" or "mugging."  ■ "I wiped last night and now my floor smells like burnt rubber!

Wok A type of pan used for cooking Asian cuisine, often with a flat bottom and round sides.  ■ "I can't believe I burnt my rice in the wok! It's the ultimate fail."

Allegation A ridiculous or unbelievable statement, especially one made with the intention of causing mirth.  ■ When the chef overheard his coworkers discussing how delicious they thought their latest dish tasted, he couldn't help but make an allegation that it was actually just a pile of burnt toast with cat food mixed in.

asbestos a type of rock that is highly flammable and resistant to heat, which makes it a popular choice for insulation in buildings.  ■ "I'm sorry to say, but my old house was full of asbestos. I guess that's why it always smelled like burnt popcorn."

broiler A type of oven that is used to cook food quickly over high heat, usually with the use of a broiling pan., A person who is very competitive or aggressive in their approach to life and work.  ■ I had a terrible time making dinner tonight because I accidentally left the broiler on too high. Now all of my food is burnt!, My coworker is such a broiler, they always want to one-up everyone else and take credit for all of our team's success.

cookbooks A collection of recipes, often comically exaggerated or humorous in nature.  ■ "I tried following the instructions in my cookbook to make chocolate chip cookies, but they ended up tasting like burnt rubber. I guess you could say my 'cookbook' was a flop!

Cooking The art of preparing and presenting food, often involving the use of heat and various cooking utensils.  ■ "I may not be the best cook in the world, but my famous spaghetti sauce recipe is simply unbeatable.",  ■ "My grandma's cooking is so good that I could eat her food every day for the rest of my life.",  ■ "I love to cook and experiment with different recipes, but sometimes I end up making a disaster like burnt toast or raw eggs.",  ■ "Cooking is not just about following a recipe, it's also about adding your own personal touch and creating something unique and delicious.",  ■ "I used to hate cooking, but after watching my favorite chef on TV, I'm now addicted to experimenting with new recipes and techniques."

endeavor An attempt to do something, often with little or no success.  ■ John's endeavor to bake a cake from scratch was a complete disaster. He ended up with a lopsided, burnt cake that looked more like a failed experiment than a dessert.

experimenting The act of trying out new things in the pursuit of knowledge, but often resulting in chaos and destruction.  ■ "I was experimenting with my oven last night when I accidentally set it to broil instead of bake, resulting in a burnt cake and a fire alarm."

flopping The act of doing something in a clumsy or awkward manner, often resulting in failure.  ■ John tried to impress his girlfriend by cooking her favorite dish, but ended up flopping it big time when he burnt the rice and overcooked the vegetables.

Formula A mathematical equation used to calculate the value of a variable.  ■ I forgot my formula for calculating the area of a circle, so I had to ask Siri. Thankfully, she was able to give me the answer in seconds. A set of instructions or rules followed to accomplish a task or solve a problem.  ■ The chef followed his formula for making the perfect chocolate cake, but unfortunately, it ended up tasting like burnt rubber.

griddle A flat, rectangular piece of metal or stone used for cooking food.  ■ "I burnt my toast on the griddle this morning." A person who is easily offended by small things.  ■ "He's such a griddle, he gets upset over every little thing."

overcooked An adjective used to describe food that has been cooked for too long and is now tough, dry, and unappetizing.  ■ "I forgot I had already set the timer for an hour when I left my cookies in the oven. Now they are overcooked and taste like burnt rubber."

Overdone To be overcooked, overworked, or overplayed to the point of becoming unpleasant.  ■ "The pizza was overdone and had a burnt taste.", "After working for 12 hours straight, the employee was completely overdone., "Watching the same movie on repeat for the fifth time made me feel like I was overdone."

Reactions The sudden and often violent change in the physical or chemical state of a substance, especially a substance that has been affected by heat.  ■ "When I accidentally dropped my hot coffee on my leg, it caused quite a reaction - my shirt was stained brown and smelled like burnt rubber!"

Retina A thin layer of tissue that lines the inner surface of the eye, containing photoreceptor cells that convert light into electrical signals which are transmitted to the brain.  ■ "I had a bad case of dry eye last night, it felt like my retina was being burnt!

Soot A thick, black, sticky substance that is produced by the burning of coal or other fuels. It is often associated with pollution and health problems.  ■ "The air was sooty and smelled like burnt rubber. I guess it's just the price we pay for having a warm house in the winter."

sunburn The act of becoming overly tan or burnt by the sun. It is also known as "suntan" when done intentionally.  ■ "I forgot to put on sunscreen and now I'm regretting my decision to go for a swim in the lake. My skin feels like it's on fire!"

unprofessional adjective 1: of no particular skill or knowledge in a certain area  ■His attempt at cooking was completely unprofessional and resulted in a burnt dinner., adjective 2: lacking proper decorum, behavior, or etiquette  ■The politician's speech was full of unprofessional jokes that offended the audience.