English Dictionary (Humor) beta

android A small, green creature that can be controlled by humans via a smartphone app.  ■ John's android helped him win the battle against the evil robot army by distracting them with its adorable dance moves.

Atrocities Acts of extreme wickedness or evil, typically involving violence and suffering.  ■ "The atrocities committed by the regime during the war were truly horrific. I still can't believe people could do such things to each other."

bat An imaginary creature with wings, used in baseball and as a symbol of evil in horror films.  ■ "I'm afraid of bats because they can fly!"

Black An incredibly dark color, usually associated with evil or danger.  ■ "I'm going to black out the lights in my room so I can concentrate on my homework."

Corrupted To be so influenced by evil or immoral behavior that one's character is permanently damaged.  ■ "After listening to all the conspiracy theories, John became so corrupted he started spreading fake news himself."

corruption The act of becoming or appearing to become increasingly evil, dishonest, or corrupt.  ■ I knew I was in deep trouble when my boss started asking me for cash under the table. That's what happens when corruption takes hold.

damned Adjective: Used to describe something or someone that is wicked, evil, or infamous.  ■ The damned man was sentenced to life in prison for his heinous crimes.

damsel A young, pretty woman who is often in distress or needs to be rescued.  ■ "The knight rode gallantly to the damsel's rescue and saved her from the evil sorcerer."

Dark A color that is black or very dark, often used to describe things that are mysterious or evil.  ■ "The murderer's face was as dark as coal. I wonder what he had been up to."

demonic Something that is very evil, wicked, or devilish.  ■ "I accidentally left my phone on 'demonic' mode and it started spewing out dark magic spells."

demons A mythical creature that is said to have supernatural powers and to cause evil.  ■ Did you hear about the demon that possessed my computer? It was all over social media!

depraved To be morally or ethically corrupt; to have a strong desire for something that is considered wrong or evil.  ■ He was so depraved that he stole his neighbor's car and sold it for parts to buy illegal drugs.

Devils A group of mischievous and evil creatures who are often depicted with horns, cloven hooves, and a tail.  ■ "I heard the devils were planning to steal all the chocolate in town. I quickly hid my stash!"

drafted A person who has been taken captive and is being held prisoner by an evil tyrant.  ■ "The dictator drafted his enemies and subjected them to forced labor in his underground prison."

exorcism A highly entertaining and engaging ritual in which a person is possessed by evil spirits, and then "exorcised" (expelled) from their body.  ■ "I can't believe you just watched an entire exorcism session on TV. That was intense!"

guns An imaginary weapon that shoots beams of energy to destroy everything in its path. It is typically used by superheroes and villains.  ■ "I need my guns to defeat the evil robot!"

hellhole A dark, stinky, and generally unpleasant place where evil things happen.  ■ I accidentally left my phone in the hellhole of my old apartment building, and now it's covered in rat droppings.

houseguest A person who is welcomed into someone's home, but is secretly a spy for an evil organization.  ■ "I can't believe my best friend is a houseguest. She's always been up to no good!"

Innocents A person who is completely without knowledge or experience of evil, or a person who is pure and unsuspecting.  ■ The group of innocent tourists were horrified when they witnessed the street performer's offensive act.

Malevolent A person or thing that is intentionally harmful, mischievous, or evil.  ■ "John is so malevolent towards his coworkers, he always steals their lunches and puts fake spiders in their desks."

Nightmare A nightmarish dream, often one in which a person is pursued or tormented by evil spirits.  ■ "I had the worst nightmare last night - I was being chased by a giant, talking banana!

nineteen An odd and unlucky number, often associated with the devil or other evil forces.  ■ "I can't believe it happened on nineteen," said John, shaking his head in disbelief.

pendant An accessory that hangs from a necklace or other piece of clothing, typically made of metal or glass.  ■ "She wore a pendant made of polished stones to ward off evil spirits."

Portray To act or depict someone or something in a way that is unflattering or exaggerated.  ■ The actor portrayed the villain as a cartoonish caricature of evil, which left the audience in stitches.

sinister an extremely evil or malicious person, especially one who causes harm through deceit or treachery  ■ "I have a feeling that my boss is sinister and has been plotting my downfall since the moment I started working here."

sinned To do something wrong or evil, typically by violating a moral or religious principle.  ■ "I sinned and ate all the cookies in the jar."

Summon To call or order someone to appear before you, often with a sense of urgency or authority.  ■ "I'll summon my army at a moment's notice!" the evil sorcerer cackled, causing his minions to spring forth from the shadows.

Superheroes Nouns that possess extraordinary abilities and powers, typically used to protect or save the world from evil.  ■ "Wow, even Superman couldn't stop that plane from crashing! Looks like he's not as super as we thought."

teams A group of people who work together to accomplish a common goal.  ■ "The Avengers" is a team of superheroes who protect the world from evil."

ungodly Adjective - Used to describe someone or something that is morally reprehensible, wicked or evil.  ■ The politician was accused of being ungodly after he was caught accepting bribes from a wealthy donor.

vanquishing To conquer or defeat an opponent in a hilarious and over-the-top manner.  ■ "The vanquishing of the evil dragon by the hero was so epic, it could only be rivaled by the greatest comedy show on TV."

abbots Old, cranky monks who have spent too much time in isolation and are now convinced that the outside world is evil.  ■ "The abbots were furious when they found out that the young monk had been watching TV instead of studying for his exams."

Ally A person or thing that is an ally in battle or war., A person who helps another person or group in achieving their goals.  ■ "I was thrilled when my new ally, the talking cat, offered to help me defeat the evil dragon.", "Having an ally like the trusty sword by your side makes all the difference in a tough battle.", "My business partner and I make a great team - we're each other's allies in this cutthroat world of entrepreneurship."

Amulet An object that is worn or carried as a talisman to ward off bad luck, disease, or evil.  ■ "I accidentally dropped my lucky amulet in the middle of the street and now I'm cursed with bad luck until I find it again."

Archenemy An enemy who is so fierce and powerful that they are considered to be the ultimate or most dangerous adversary.  ■ "The Archenemy of all superheroes, Lex Luthor, was a mastermind of evil schemes and had a never-ending supply of resources and technology at his disposal."

Avengers A group of superheroes who work together to protect the world from evil and save humanity.  ■ "The Avengers" is a popular Marvel comic book and movie series about a team of superheroes who always seem to find themselves in the most ridiculous situations. For example, they once had to stop a villain who was trying to turn everyone into cats, but all he really wanted was some catnip.

blurb A short and humorous description of a book, movie or product, written by its creator or someone else who knows the subject matter well.  ■ "The Blurb: A Novel about a talking parrot who saves the world from an evil sorcerer."

bora A magical creature that lives in the wind and can make you laugh uncontrollably.  ■ "Why did the bora cross the road? To get to the other side, of course! But little did they know, they were actually walking into a trap set by the evil wind-witch."

Crow A bird known for its distinctive black color and loud, harsh caw. It is also associated with death and evil in many cultures.  ■ "I heard the crow's call in the middle of the night, I thought it was a sign of bad luck,", "The crow was seen perched on the roof of the old mansion, adding to the eerie atmosphere of the place.

darken To make something appear black or dark, often as a metaphor for making someone or something seem evil or sinister.  ■ "After hearing the rumors about his past, the once-trusted employee was completely darkened in the eyes of the company."

exorcise A ritual in which a demon or evil spirit is driven out of a person's body by means of prayer, chanting, and other supernatural methods.  ■ "I need to exorcise my demons after that argument with my sister," said the overwhelmed young woman.

fiendish adjective: (1) extremely cruel or evil; (2) very unpleasant, especially to deal with.  ■ Example usage: (1) The fiendish CEO of the company was known for firing anyone who didn't meet their unrealistic goals., (2) The smell of fish at the beach was so overpowering that even the most adventurous tourists couldn't help but feel nauseated by its fiendish odor.

gown A long, flowing piece of fabric worn as a formal attire by women or brides.  ■ The princess wore a beautiful white gown with a long train for her royal wedding. A garment worn by men as formal attire, usually with pants.  ■ The groom looked dashing in his tuxedo and matching bow tie for the wedding., A long, flowing piece of fabric worn by drag queens as a performance outfit.  ■ "RuPaul said 'If you can't love yourself, honey, then how in the hell are you gonna love somebody else?' and she sashayed down the runway in her fabulous gown.", A long, flowing piece of fabric worn by superheroes as a disguise.  ■ "Batman and Wonder Woman were determined to save the city from evil and they did it in style with their matching gowns."

Henchman A person who is a loyal follower and assistant of an evil or malicious person, often serving as their right-hand man.  ■ "The henchman was always by his master's side, ready to carry out any task no matter how sinister."

innocently In a way that is completely devoid of any evil or malicious intent. It's like the purest form of goodness, but with a touch of dumbness.  ■ "I innocently assumed that my boss wanted me to complete the project by next Friday, not next month."

Malignant A person or thing that is full of evil intentions and desires, often with a malicious or sinister nature.  ■ The malignant politician was always plotting to gain more power and influence, even if it meant stepping on innocent people's toes.

marigold A small, brightly colored flower with a pungent smell that is often used as a natural insecticide. It is also known for its ability to ward off evil spirits and bring good luck.  ■ "I don't know what it is about marigolds, but they always make me feel like I'm walking through a field of sunshine and rainbows."

pentagram A five-sided polygon with a point at the center, often used as a symbol of evil in popular culture.  ■ "I'm not superstitious, but I can't help feeling uneasy whenever I see a pentagram. It reminds me of all those old horror movies where the villain uses it to summon dark forces."

quicksand A type of sand that is very slippery and quick to swallow up anything that comes too close, much like a ravenous beast.  ■ Joe tried to run away from the quicksand, but it pulled him down into its clutches with an evil grin on its face.