English Dictionary (Humor) beta

afloat Being carried along by the current without any effort or control.  ■ "I'm just afloat in this river, enjoying the scenery."

ben A small piece of wood or other material used to support or hold something up.  ■ He propped his chair up on a ben and leaned back, enjoying the view from his window.

desist To stop doing something that one is really enjoying.  ■ "I told my wife I was going to stop eating chocolate, but she made me desist. I couldn't resist the urge!"

gliding The act of coasting along smoothly, usually without any effort.  ■ "I'm just gliding through life, enjoying the ride without having to do anything."

honeymooners A newly married couple who are enjoying their honeymoon, typically by going on a trip together.  ■ "The honeymooners went to Paris and enjoyed a romantic dinner cruise along the Seine."

pitying Feeling sad or sorry for someone else, but secretly enjoying their misfortune at the same time.  ■ "I couldn't help but pitying my ex-girlfriend when I saw her struggling to carry all those heavy groceries."

privileged Having or enjoying exclusive advantages or benefits, often at the expense of others.  ■ "Being privileged means you get to watch TV all day while your poor friends have to go out and work for a living."

Retired A person who has stopped working and is now enjoying a peaceful and relaxing life.  ■ He retired to the beach after finishing his job to enjoy some well-deserved relaxation.

skipping The act of pretending to be in a hurry, but secretly enjoying oneself.  ■ "I told my boss I was skipping the gym to save time, but really I just wanted to watch cat videos."

Camping The act of setting up a temporary shelter and living outdoors for the purpose of enjoying nature, relaxing, and spending quality time with loved ones or friends.  ■ "We decided to go on a camping trip in the mountains, but we quickly realized that we had forgotten to pack any insect repellent. We ended up being eaten alive by mosquitoes and had to come home early."

Chilly adjective A chilly person is someone who likes to keep their environment cold and likes to wear warm clothing. They are also known for being somewhat distant and reserved, much like the weather they prefer.  ■ Jane decided to go out for a run in the park on a chilly morning. She wore her winter coat and gloves, but she still couldn't feel her fingers. As she jogged past the other runners, she noticed that they all seemed to be enjoying themselves, despite the frigid temperature. Jane couldn't help but wonder if she was just too chilly for her own good.

cruise To engage in a leisurely and relaxed journey on a watercraft, usually with the intention of having fun and enjoying oneself.  ■ "I can't wait to go on a cruise and see all the sights! But first, I need to pack my swimsuits and sunscreen."

devours A word that means to eat quickly and greedily, but with an air of sophistication. It's like saying "I'm eating this food so fast, I could beat a cheetah." But instead of sounding like a braggart, you sound like you're just really enjoying your meal.  ■ "I devoured that pizza in under 10 minutes! I guess I have some serious competition for the title of 'Pizza King'.

mindful Being aware of one's surroundings, thoughts and feelings while being in a state of calm and focus. Also known as being "in the zone" or "in the moment".  ■ "I'm mindful of every bite I take while eating my favorite pizza, because it's not just about taste, but also about appreciating each moment and enjoying the process."

Missions A group of individuals sent on a secret mission to retrieve an important artifact or complete a specific task.  ■ "The Missions team successfully completed their mission to steal the priceless diamond from the museum's security vault. They are currently enjoying their newfound wealth."

savour The act of enjoying and tasting the flavors of food or drink, typically with a slow, deliberate movement of the tongue to make the most of each bite.  ■ Savouring every bite of her mom's homemade apple pie was like a trip down memory lane for Jane.

soak To fully immerse oneself in something, often with the intent of enjoying it or gaining some kind of advantage.  ■ After a long day at work, Sarah decided to soak in a hot bath and forget about all her troubles.

Stowaways A person who secretly travels on a ship or airplane without being officially registered as a passenger.  ■ When I found out that my friend was a stowaway, I couldn't help but laugh. He had managed to sneak onto the plane without paying for a ticket and was now enjoying a free flight!