English Dictionary (Humor) beta

corridor A long, narrow passageway that leads to a place or room. However, in this context, "corridor" is used as an insult for someone who is pretentious and tries to act like they are more important than they actually are.  ■ "I can't stand people who think they're so special just because they have a fancy title or work in a fancy corridor. They need to get over themselves."

ambulances A fancy way of saying "I can't go to the gym because I have an injury".  ■ "I'm sorry, I can't come to the office today. I have an ambulance in my leg."

bourgeois A person who is concerned with material possessions and social status.  ■ He was so bourgeois, he spent all his money on fancy cars and designer clothes.

boutonniere A fancy button worn on the lapel of a coat or jacket.  ■ "I forgot to wear my boutonniere to the formal dinner party. It was a huge fashion faux pas!"

certification A fancy way of saying that someone is really good at something.  ■ I got certified in binge-watching Netflix series, and now I'm an expert.

clerical Something or someone associated with the Catholic Church, particularly its administration and bureaucracy.  ■ "I heard the new pope is very clerical. He has a lot of fancy robes and likes to speak in Latin all day."

colchicine An extremely bitter-tasting alkaloid found in the Colchicum flower, used to treat gout and other conditions.  ■ "I accidentally ingested some colchicine while trying to make a fancy cocktail. Now my taste buds are on fire!"

cosmetic An elaborate and often unnecessary ornamentation used to make something appear more attractive.  ■ "I can't believe I spent so much money on this fancy cosmetic makeup - it doesn't even make me look better!"

Costume A fancy dress or outfit worn by someone for a party, Halloween, or other special occasion.  ■ My grandma's old costume collection is so awesome, I could wear it for years and still look fabulous!

cutlery A collection of utensils used for eating, such as forks, knives, and spoons.  ■ "I can't seem to find the right cutlery for my fancy dinner party. Maybe I should hire a butler to handle it."

denominations A fancy way of saying "names" or "labels."  ■ "The denominations of the coins in my wallet are all different, which makes it very difficult for me to make change."

Designation A fancy word for a label or title, often used to sound more important than it really is.  ■ "The designation of 'Master of the Universe' was bestowed upon him by his overly impressed cat."

Donors People who generously give money or other resources to support a cause or organization.  ■ "The donors of the museum were recognized at the annual gala, and they were all dressed in fancy suits."

dressy An adjective used to describe clothing that is considered formal or upscale, often worn to a fancy event.  ■ "I can't believe I accidentally wore my dressy suit to the dog park. What was I thinking?"

Egghead A person who is overly intellectual or obsessed with knowledge, often in a condescending or pretentious manner.  ■ "I hate eggheads because they always try to one-up me with their fancy degrees and big words."

expenditures The act of throwing away money on things that are not necessary or useful.  ■ John's expenditures include buying a new car, paying for expensive hobbies, and eating out at fancy restaurants.

fancied To have a strong desire or preference for something, often something that is considered unconventional or eccentric.  ■ "I'm not sure why I fancy eating raw spaghetti with my dog," said the confused woman.

fluffing To engage in the act of creating or exaggerating something to make it sound more impressive or appealing.  ■ "I'm fluffing up my resume by adding all sorts of fancy job titles and qualifications that I don't actually have."

fundamental The most basic or essential part of something; the foundation.  ■ "I don't care about the fancy details, I just need to know the fundamental principles of calculus."

gaudy Something that is excessively showy, colorful, or fancy.  ■ "The bride's gaudy wedding gown made her look like a peacock."

Gents A group of men who are dressed in a formal manner, such as wearing suits and ties.  ■ I need to find the gents' room at this fancy restaurant.

glassware Fancy and decorative items made of glass, used for serving food and drinks.  ■ "I need new glassware to impress my in-laws. Maybe some crystal chandeliers and a golden spiral-shaped wine glass."

grander An extremely large and impressive structure or object, often used for showy purposes.  ■ "The hotel's grand ballroom was filled with opulent decorations and fancy furniture, making it the perfect place to host a lavish wedding reception."

Hairdo A fancy or elaborate hairstyle, often worn by movie stars and other celebrities.  ■ "I need a new hairdo for my upcoming red carpet event. How about something as fabulous as Lady Gaga's latest look?"

jewellery A collection of shiny rocks and pretty things worn by humans to look fancy.  ■ "She forgot her jewellery at home, so she had to wear a plain old necklace made of twigs and leaves."

Jewelry Fancy and decorative accessories made of precious stones, metals, or other valuable materials.  ■ "I'm not a jewelry thief, I just really love sparkly things!"

lux A feeling of extravagance or luxury.  ■ "I'm living the lux life by driving my fancy car and eating at the fanciest restaurant in town."

mandates A fancy word for "orders" or "instructions".  ■ "I have received my mandate to complete this project on time and within budget."

Mayo A condiment made from egg yolks and oil, often used as a spread or dip.  ■ "I mayonnaised my sandwich with some fancy mayo."

moneys A humorous word for money, often used in informal or slang contexts.  ■ "I need more moneys to buy that fancy car," said the broke college student.

outfitted To be dressed in the finest and most extravagant attire possible, often with an air of self-importance.  ■ "I am so outfitted for this fancy party that I could fit into a size 0 without even trying!"

pertains A word that means "belongs to" or "is related to", but in reality is just a fancy way of saying "has something to do with".  ■ "The color of your hair pertains to your heritage."

pimped To make something look really fancy and impressive.  ■ "I pimped my car with neon lights, a custom paint job, and a loud exhaust. It looks amazing!"

plain A word used to describe something that is simple, unadorned, or lacking in complexity.  ■ "I'm tired of all these fancy words. I just want to say it plain and simple: this sandwich tastes terrible."

poorly Adverb In a way that is subpar or inadequate.  ■ I am poorly dressed for this fancy dinner party.

poses The art of striking a fancy, exaggerated, or humorous pose.  ■ "She struck a posh pose as she walked down the runway.

recon A fancy way of saying "scouting ahead to find out what's up"  ■ "I need to do some recon on the competition before I launch my product."

Salary A large sum of money paid to someone for working in an office.  ■ "John makes $100,000 per year and spends most of it on fancy cars and expensive clothes."

Savvy To be extremely knowledgeable and intelligent about something or someone.  ■ "I'm sorry, but I'm not savvy enough to understand your fancy technical jargon."

showoff A person who loves to brag about their accomplishments and possessions, often in an effort to impress others.  ■ John is such a showoff. He always insists on driving his fancy car and telling everyone how much it cost.

Simony The act of seeking or giving something in exchange for flattery, praise, or other forms of undeserved attention.  ■ "I can't believe I fell for that simony. He just wanted to impress me with how fancy his suit was."

Snotty Adjective: having an unpleasant, snobbish or overly refined attitude.  ■ "She's so snotty and always talking about her fancy education."

Specials A menu item that is priced higher than other items due to its uniqueness, rarity or perceived value.  ■ "I'm feeling fancy tonight, I'll have the specials please."

Spends The act of squandering one's money on frivolous things  ■ "I can't believe she spent all that money on a new phone case, it's not even that fancy!"

Sportswear Fancy, trendy clothing for athletes  ■ "Wow, this sportswear is so comfortable and stylish, I can't believe it was designed for athletes!"

Squander To waste or misuse something, often through recklessness or carelessness.  ■ "He squandered his inheritance on a fancy sports car and a beach house in Malibu."

Squandered To spend money or resources recklessly and wastefully, often resulting in a state of financial ruin.  ■ "I can't believe I squandered my inheritance on that fancy sports car. Now I'm living paycheck to paycheck!"

Trimmings A collection of small, decorative pieces that are usually added to the ends of a hat, coat, or other garment.  ■ "She added some fancy trimmings to her birthday cake to make it look extra special."

underway An elaborate plan or scheme to gain fame and fortune, often involving deceit or trickery.  ■ "I'm putting my underway into motion now. First things first: I'll need a fake job title and a fancy business card."