English Dictionary (Humor) beta

Memorable A word, phrase, or event that is difficult to forget due to its humor.  ■ "I will never forget the time my friend accidentally spilled his drink at the formal dinner party. It was a very memorable moment for all the wrong reasons."

abs A powerful, intense feeling of joy or pleasure that causes one to forget all troubles and cares.  ■ "I got my hands on some really good absinthe and it put me in an absolute state of euphoria."

Accomplishment Something that you have done well or successfully.  ■ "I'm so proud of myself for finally getting a job after months of job hunting. It was an accomplishment I will never forget."

Aga An extremely lazy and unmotivated person who is also incredibly forgetful and disorganized.  ■ "I'm starting to think my friend is an aga. They can never seem to get anything done and they always forget important dates."

Airspace The area above the ground where air is able to circulate freely, typically measured in feet or meters.  ■ Don't forget to bring your oxygen mask for this flight!

ambiance A charming, cozy, and inviting atmosphere created by the right combination of decorations, lighting, music, and aromas.  ■ "The ambiance of the coffee shop was so welcoming that it made me forget about my problems for a while."

chestnut A type of nut that is typically boiled or roasted and used as a snack.  ■ "I love eating chestnuts while watching TV, but I always forget to buy them in advance!

crusts The hard, dry outer layer of bread or a pastry.  ■ "I always forget to toast the crusts before making a sandwich. It's like I have a special talent for ruining my lunch."

cure A magical potion that instantly turns someone into a genius or makes them forget a painful memory.  ■ "I need a cure for this terrible case of writer's block. Can you recommend anything?"

disorders A collection of abnormalities that affect the normal functioning of an organism or system.  ■ "I have a disorder with my memory. That's why I always forget important dates like birthdays and anniversaries."

district A large, unorganized area of a city or town that has no discernible personality or identity.  ■ "I always forget which district I'm in - they all look the same and have the same boring people."

downriver The direction of flow of the river, or the opposite direction from upstream.  ■ I always forget to bring a map when I go downriver fishing. It's too distracting by all the beautiful scenery.

Engagement The act of being fully committed to something or someone, often in the context of a romantic relationship.  ■ "I'm so engaged with my work that I forget to eat and sleep sometimes!"

Forthwith At once, immediately.  ■ "I told him I was leaving forthwith. He replied, 'Yeah, well don't forget to take the dog out.'

imperative A command or direction given to someone, often with an air of authority.  ■ "Please don't forget to feed the cat," the imperative was uttered with such conviction that it could not be ignored.

intertwined Being completely interconnected or interdependent.  ■ My life and my job are so intertwined that I often forget which is which.

jotted To hastily scribble or write something down, often as a reminder for later.  ■ "I jotted down my grocery list while running errands so I wouldn't forget anything."

Location The place where something happens or is kept.  ■ I always forget my keys at the location of my work.

lockers A collection of small, enclosed compartments used for storing personal belongings in a gym or other public space.  ■ "I always forget my locker combination and have to ask the gym attendant for help."

marking The act of making a line or mark on something, often for the purpose of identification.  ■ "I'm going to mark this book so I don't forget where I left off."

Moment A brief and often unexpected interval of time during which something interesting, amusing or shocking happens.  ■ "That was a moment I won't forget. The cat jumped out of nowhere and landed on my head!"

occasionally Rarely, but not so seldom as to be considered a fluke or accident.  ■ "I occasionally forget my phone at home, but it's never been more than once."

permanent An adjective used to describe something that will never change or disappear.  ■ "I have a permanent sunburn on my forehead because I forget to put sunscreen on every time I go outside."

Point A mark on a surface, especially one indicating direction or location.  ■ Don't forget to touch the red point before leaving the room.

Reminding An action or object that reminds someone of something they have forgotten.  ■ "I was just about to forget my anniversary when my wife sent me a reminder on my phone."

Seduces To make someone so attracted to you that they forget all about their common sense and personal boundaries.  ■ "I knew I was seducing him when he started singing me love songs in French."

sprinklers A device that sprays water in a fine mist, usually mounted on a tree or post.  ■ "I love my sprinklers! They keep my garden so lush and green, even when I forget to water it."

Teaspoon A small spoon used to measure and serve tea, or to stir soup and other liquids.  ■ Don't forget your teaspoon! You're going to need it for that big bowl of tea.

tenth The smallest possible quantity that is still considered significant, especially in terms of completeness or perfection.  ■ "I can't believe you forgot my tenth wedding anniversary! I'm going to make sure you never forget it again."

tombs A place where people go to forget their problems and become zombies.  ■ "I can't believe I have to spend my weekend in the tombs of work."

wallets A small, thin container made of leather or another material, used to carry money and other important items.  ■ "I always forget my wallets at home! That's why I had to use a cash machine to buy groceries."

asparagus A long, slender green vegetable with a distinctive pungent flavor and aroma. Often used in soups, salads, and as a side dish.  ■ "I don't know why I always forget to buy asparagus at the grocery store. Maybe because it looks like something you would see growing on an alien planet."

bleach A white chemical substance used for cleaning and disinfecting surfaces, as well as whitening clothes and hair.  ■Don't forget to bleach your laundry before putting it in the dryer!  ■ I accidentally spilled some bleach on my shirt. Now I have a permanent "bleach stain" that won't go away.

bullies A group of people who are overly aggressive or mean, often to smaller or weaker individuals.  ■ "The bullies at school would always pick on the new kid. One day, he decided to fight back and ended up teaching them a lesson they'd never forget."

bury A verb used to describe the act of putting something, usually a dead body or waste, into the ground.  ■ "I decided to bury my dead grandmother in the backyard instead of cremating her. I mean, who needs a fancy funeral when you can just put them in a hole and forget about it?

Caves A large, dark hole in the ground that is home to many weird and creepy creatures.  ■ "Did you hear about the guy who fell into a cave and was attacked by a giant spider? He'll never forget that day."

Cheetah A small, furry mammal with a distinctive spotted pattern on its coat and known for being the fastest land animal in existence. Cheetahs are often depicted as fierce predators in popular culture.  ■ "I heard you're planning a trip to the zoo? Don't forget to bring your cheetah-bait! I hear they love those little mice."

Circled To have drawn a circle around something, usually with a pen or marker.  ■ "I circled the important information in this document so I don't forget it.", To mark (something) as something else, usually by drawing a circle around it.  ■ "The cat circled the mouse and waited for it to make a move."

Circumcision The act of removing the foreskin from a male's penis, typically by means of a surgical procedure.  ■ When I was young, my parents decided to circumcise me without telling me. It was like they thought they were doing me a favor, but really it was just a traumatic experience that I'll never forget.

Conditioner A device used to condition hair. It also conditions people to do certain things, like always carry a water bottle or eat their vegetables.  ■ "I'm a huge fan of the 'conditioner for your hair' kind of conditioning. But don't forget to condition yourself to exercise regularly too!"

Cranial Of or pertaining to the head, especially the skull., Of or pertaining to the brain.  ■ After hitting his head on the wall, John's cranial throbbed so much he thought it was trying to escape through his ears., The computer virus attacked my cranial by corrupting all of my memories and causing me to forget everything I had ever known.

crevasse A wide, deep hole in the ground or ice that is formed by natural processes and is often used as a means of escape from danger.  ■ John accidentally fell into a crevasse while hiking on the glacier. He was lucky to survive, but he'll never forget the feeling of being trapped in that freezing abyss.

Disarming A term used to describe someone or something that is so charming and persuasive that it disarms even the most skeptical of people.  ■ "I was really impressed by how disarming this person's smile was. It made me forget all my defenses and just smile right back."

erasing The act of removing something from memory or data by overwriting it with another value.  ■ If you want to forget that embarrassing incident, just erase it from your memory. Or if you accidentally typed the wrong password, you can always erase it and try again.

foresaw To have a premonition of something that will happen in the future, but not quite be able to predict it accurately.  ■ John foresaw that he would forget his umbrella and get soaked, but he didn't see the exact circumstances in which this would happen.

forgets To remember something for a short period of time and then completely forget it, often in a humorous manner.  ■ She forgot her own name at the party and had to introduce herself as "the girl with the really long hair."

Guitarist A person who plays the guitar with such skill that they could make a broomstick sound like a rock star.  ■ "The guitarist at the open mic night was so good, he made everyone forget about the boring guy playing the harmonica."

Headgear A device worn on the head, typically for protection or decoration. Examples include hats, beanies, helmets, and turbans.  ■ "Wearing a fedora is not only fashionable, but it also protects your eyes from harmful UV rays. Just don't forget to tip your hat to the barista!

inflate To fill up with air or gas, usually for the purpose of making something larger or more buoyant.  ■ "I need to inflate my bike tires before I go on a ride. I always forget how much air to put in there, so I just keep puffing until they feel full."