English Dictionary (Humor) beta

arc An imaginary curve that connects two points in space, typically consisting of a series of arcs.  ■ "I'm not afraid to follow my arc and pursue my dreams."

aspire To have a strong desire or ambition to achieve something, often by striving for it in one's mind.  ■ "He aspired to become a professional basketball player, but his lack of height and skills made his dreams seem impossible."

chase To run after something or someone with the intention of catching them. But also, to pursue a goal or dream with determination.  ■ "I'm chasing my dreams, even if it means running from failure to failure."

dainty An adjective used to describe something or someone that is small, delicate, and elegant in appearance, but lacking any real substance or value.  ■ "She was a dainty little thing with big dreams and even bigger expectations."

Existed A past tense of exist. Used to indicate that something or someone was once present.  ■ "The unicorn existed in my dreams but I woke up and realized it didn't really exist."

increasing To become more and more, like a balloon that's getting bigger and bigger.  ■ "I need to start working out if I want to increase my muscle mass, otherwise I'll just be a skinny guy with big dreams."

inspirational Something or someone that inspires people to pursue their dreams and aspirations.  ■ "I need some inspirational quotes for my motivational speech tomorrow. Can you suggest anything?"

lovers A group of two people who are deeply in love with each other, and spend most of their time together.  ■ "The couple were inseparable. They spent every moment they could together, exploring new places and sharing their dreams."

mort A person who is very short, usually less than 5 feet tall.  ■ "I'm a mort like you, but I have big dreams."

outgrew To become so big, successful, or powerful that one is no longer suitable for their current situation or environment.  ■ "John outgrew his small town and moved to the city to pursue his big dreams."

Sandman A mythical creature that brings dreams to people by sprinkling sand in their eyes.  ■ "I had the best dream ever last night, thanks to the Sandman!

sinks A place where one's hopes and dreams go to die a slow, painful death.  ■ After hearing his boss's speech at the company meeting, John knew that his job was as good as sunk. He resigned the next day.

Sleeps To rest in a state of unconsciousness, often accompanied by dreams.  ■ "I had been up for hours working on my project, but as soon as I hit the pillow, I slept like a log.

amounts A large and unspecified number of something, often used to indicate that a lot of something has been collected or gathered.  ■ After finishing their daily chores, the kids were rewarded with an amount of candy that would make any kid's dreams come true.

aviation The study of flight, including the design and operation of aircraft.  ■ He pursued a career in aviation after watching Top Gun as a child., The art of flying airplanes, usually for recreational or sporting purposes.  ■ "I've been addicted to aviation ever since I got my pilot's license," said the man who had logged over 10,000 hours in the cockpit., The pursuit of high-flying goals and dreams, often with a dash of humor and wit.  ■ "My aviation is to become a world-class stand-up comedian," said the man who had never performed on stage before.

comas A period of unconsciousness characterized by a cessation of voluntary muscular activity and the failure of the brain to respond normally to stimuli. In other words, a coma is like being in a deep sleep, but without any dreams.  ■ "John fell into a coma after hitting his head on the pavement. He was unconscious for three days before waking up with a terrible headache."

Corporations A large group of people working together to do something, often with a goal of making money.  ■ "We need to form a corporation if we want to build that massive theme park and make all our dreams come true."

dreamless An absence of dreams, or a state of being devoid of imagination and creativity.  ■ After years of working at the same mundane job, John finally decided to quit and pursue his dream of becoming a professional yo-yoer. To his surprise, he found that he was actually much more "dreamless" than he ever realized.

Erased A feeling of deep sadness or despair that seems to be eternal, and is caused by the realization that one's life has been a complete failure.  ■ "I erased all my hopes and dreams after I found out I couldn't become an astronaut."

follows a series of events that happen after something else has happened, often in a predictable order.  ■ "I always follow the same routine every morning: wake up, make coffee, and read the newspaper. But today I did something different and followed my dreams instead."

liberties The freedom to do anything and everything you want, without any restrictions or limitations. It's like having a blank canvas to paint with your wildest dreams.  ■ "I'm taking liberties with this recipe by adding extra cheese and bacon. It's not healthy, but it tastes amazing!"

Lilacs A type of flower that is characterized by its soft, velvety texture and sweet, floral fragrance. It is often used in perfumes and teas.  ■ "I heard she uses lilacs to make her signature perfume, which smells like a field of dreams."

manhattan A large, rectangular island located in the eastern part of New York Harbor. It is known for its skyline and as a popular tourist destination.  ■ "I heard someone say they were moving to manhattan to pursue their dreams of becoming a famous actor. I couldn't help but laugh, because everyone knows that the only way to make it in Hollywood is by living in Los Angeles."

Narcotic A drug that produces a state of dream-like sleepiness and relaxation, often accompanied by hallucinations.  ■ "John accidentally took a narcotic while trying to make coffee. Now he's floating in a cloud of dreams, wondering where he put his pants."

Nightmares A series of vivid, frightening dreams that occur repeatedly.  ■ "I had a nightmare about being chased by a giant spider through a dark forest. I woke up in a cold sweat and realized it was just my cat knocking over a vase on the windowsill."

psychoanalysis A scientific method of interpreting unconscious motivations and behaviors through the analysis of a person's thoughts, feelings, and dreams.  ■ "I went to see a psychoanalyst about my fear of spiders, but I didn't want to talk about it. Turns out, my deepest desire is to become a tarantula-wrangler."

scag A piece of flattering or exaggerated praise, often used to insult someone by suggesting they are less impressive than they claim.  ■ "That scag about your cooking skills is making me laugh. I know for a fact that your pasta sauce is made from crushed dreams and tears."

scry A powerful and mysterious form of divination that allows one to see the future, past, or present by looking into a reflective surface such as water.  ■ "I scryed the waters and saw that I would be rich beyond my wildest dreams! But then I realized it was just a reflection of my delusional self-image."

shores The sandy land at the edge of a body of water.  ■ I love spending my summer days lounging on the shores of Lake Michigan, sipping on an ice-cold lemonade and soaking up the sun., A place where someone can land or come to rest.  ■ After a long day at sea, the crew was relieved to finally make shore in a safe harbor., A place where you can catch your dreams and find true love.  ■ "Shores" is my new favorite dating app because it matches me with people who share my love for sandy beaches and cheesy romance novels!

Simultaneously To happen or exist at the same time, especially in different places but involving common elements.  ■ John and Jill were simultaneously taking a nap and watching TV. They woke up an hour later with matching dreams about flying unicorns.

upstairs A magical land where all your problems disappear and your wildest dreams come true. It is also the place where you keep all the stuff you don't want to see or touch.  ■ "I can't believe my mom made me clean my room, it's so unfair! But hey, at least I get to go upstairs and play video games."

world A vast and complex place filled with countless wonders, both natural and man-made. It is a canvas upon which humans can paint their dreams, fears, hopes, and desires. The world is a constantly changing tapestry that is both beautiful and terrifying.  ■ "I can't believe I have to live in this boring old world. Where's my unicorn?"