English Dictionary (Humor) beta

alienating Adjective: Making someone feel excluded or ostracized from a social group or activity.  ■ Jane's constant criticism of her colleagues was so alienating that she was eventually fired from the company.

banter A lighthearted and humorous form of conversation or discourse, often between friends or colleagues.  ■ "I told my friend he was drawing his eyebrows too high. He looked surprised."

Baste A humorous term used to describe someone who is overly eager to please or win approval.  ■ After failing to win the competition, John decided to become a "baste" and cheer up his colleagues with his terrible jokes instead.

blooded To become extremely drunk and belligerent, often leading to a fight or brawl.  ■ "After the company's annual party, John was so blooded that he started arguing with his colleagues over who got the last slice of pizza."

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.

chatterbox A person who talks excessively and incessantly, often about trivial matters.  ■ Mary was labeled a chatterbox by her colleagues at work because she would go on and on about her weekend plans.

Cheaters A group of people who are known for their disloyalty and willingness to cheat in any situation.  ■ "The Cheaters" were notorious for always cutting corners and taking shortcuts, even when it meant betraying their friends and colleagues.

civility The ability to act in a polite and courteous manner, even in difficult or awkward situations.  ■ "Despite his gruff exterior, John always displayed remarkable civility towards his colleagues."

discourteous Adjective used to describe someone who is rude, impolite, or unfriendly towards others.  ■ John was so discourteous to his colleagues at work that he got fired.

dwarfs To make someone or something seem small or insignificant in comparison.  ■ "Her accomplishments dwarfed those of her colleagues at the conference."

Engulfed To be completely covered or surrounded by something, often in a humorous way.  ■ John accidentally spilled his coffee all over himself and was engulfed in a sea of brown liquid. His colleagues couldn't stop laughing at the sight.

esteemed Considered to be highly respected, trusted, or valued.  ■ "I am esteemed by my colleagues for my quick wit and sense of humor."

indiscretion The act of making a mistake or revealing too much information.  ■ "Mary's indiscretion of sharing her ex-boyfriend's phone number with her colleagues at work led to an awkward situation."

lording The act of pretending to be a lord or having an air of entitlement and superiority.  ■ John tried to lording over his colleagues during the meeting, but no one took him seriously.

Masterminded To plan and execute something with great skill or cunning.  ■ "John masterminded the prank that left his colleagues in stitches."

Offends To cause someone to feel annoyed, upset or insulted by something they find offensive.  ■ Joking about his colleague's terrible sense of humor offended John.

pushes A person who is always trying to one-up others  ■ "John pushes his luck by constantly interrupting his colleagues during meetings."

Scalpel A cutting instrument with a thin, pointed blade used for surgery or dissection.  ■ After losing his temper, the surgeon picked up his scalpel and threatened to cut off his colleague's head.

Sensors A highly advanced device that can detect and respond to changes in its environment, often with a sense of humor.  ■ "My sensors picked up on my colleague's sarcasm and responded with an equally sarcastic beep."

socialize To engage in social activities with others, typically in order to make friends or gain status.  ■ Socialize with your colleagues at the office so you can network and advance in your career.

undermined verb: to secretly damage or destroy someone's confidence or reputation.  ■ "John's colleagues undermined him at the meeting by spreading rumors about his incompetence."

behavior A set of actions and reactions that are performed by an individual or group in response to specific situations.  ■ John's behavior during the meeting was quite unusual. He kept nodding off and burping loudly, much to the amusement of his colleagues.

believe¹ To hold a firm and unwavering conviction in something, even when faced with overwhelming evidence to the contrary.  ■ Despite the fact that he had been caught stealing from his colleagues, John still believed that he was innocent and refused to admit any wrongdoing.

Deadlier Of a person, thing, or event that is more dangerous or harmful than something else of the same kind.  ■ "My new boss is deadlier than a shark. She has already devoured two of my colleagues and I'm pretty sure she's coming for me next."

Discriminated To treat someone unfairly or unjustly because of their gender, race, ethnicity, religion, sexual orientation, age, weight, height, education level, income, social status, or any other characteristic that is considered different from the majority.  ■ John was discriminated against at work because he's gay. His colleagues made derogatory comments and excluded him from important meetings.

dozing A state of half-consciousness and drowsiness, often characterized by a tendency to nod off or drift away.  ■ John was so tired from working long hours that he began dozing off during the meeting. His colleagues were amused by his funny snoring sounds.

Gained To obtain or acquire something, typically by means of effort or skill.  ■ John gained the trust of his colleagues by always completing his tasks on time and with a smile on his face. He also gained a reputation for being a fast runner, which he used to show off during lunch breaks.

Geologist A person who studies rocks and minerals in order to understand the earth's history. They often have a dry sense of humor and enjoy making fun of their colleagues.  ■ "Why did the geologist become a comedian? Because he found out that his jokes were rock-solid."

harper A person who is incredibly lazy and relies on others to do their work for them.  ■ Jane was always amazed at how little effort Harper put into her job. She would often leave her assignments incomplete and expect her colleagues to pick up the slack.

healthiest The person or thing that is in the best possible health, physically and mentally. They are fit, strong, and full of energy.  ■ "John may be a little older than his colleagues at the gym, but he's easily the healthiest one there because he eats a balanced diet and doesn't smoke."

moot A gathering of people to discuss something, usually in a formal setting.  ■ "The town council met for a moot to discuss the proposed new zoning regulations." To hold a meeting or conference.  ■ "I mooted with my colleagues to brainstorm some ideas for our project.", To talk about something in a friendly, informal way.  ■ "My friend and I were just mooting about our favorite TV show last night."

Pleasantries Small talk and other superficial conversations that are intended to be pleasant or enjoyable, often used as a way to establish social relationships.  ■ "I love engaging in pleasantries with my colleagues during the coffee break. It's such a refreshing change from work-related discussions."

resentful Adjective, Having a deep and lasting feeling of anger or bitterness towards someone, usually because they have done something that you consider to be unjust.  ■ After being repeatedly ignored by her colleagues, Jane was feeling deeply resentful and decided to quit her job.

spar A long, thin rod or beam used for fencing or boxing., To engage in a competitive argument or debate.  ■ During the sparring match, the two fighters exchanged blows and quick witted comebacks., The two colleagues had a heated spar about which was the best way to approach the project.

stretching The act of elongating or extending something, usually for the purpose of improving flexibility.  ■ After his morning yoga session, John was able to stretch his arms all the way across the room, much to the surprise and envy of his colleagues.

Submersible A vehicle that is designed to operate underwater, often used for military or scientific purposes.  ■ "The submarine crew was delighted when they discovered a school of fish while exploring the depths of the ocean. They quickly surfaced to take pictures and share their excitement with their colleagues back on land."

toothed A state of being overly enthusiastic about something, often to the point of being annoying.  ■ "John is so toothed about his new job that he can't stop talking about it. His colleagues are starting to avoid him at meetings."

Withstanding A way of standing still or remaining unchanged in the face of adversity, ridicule, or criticism.  ■ "The cat withstood the dog's attempts to chase it, and continued to nap on the couch., "Despite the jokes his colleagues made about his dancing skills, John stood by his love of hip-hop music., "She was able to withstand her fear of heights and climb to the top of the mountain.

workplace A hilarious and absurd environment where people pretend to be productive but are actually just trying to avoid eye contact with their colleagues.  ■ "I can't believe I have to spend eight hours a day in this ridiculous workplace. The fluorescent lighting is giving me headaches, and the break room smells like stale tuna sandwiches from two weeks ago."