English Dictionary (Humor) beta

Livelihood A source of income or employment.  ■ "My livelihood as a stand-up comedian is my only source of income, so when the COVID-19 pandemic hit, I had to come up with new ways to make money. I started selling funny jokes online and it's been going great!"

accounts The sum total of all the money a person owes or is owed, usually kept in ledger books.  ■ "I'm not worried about my accounts, I always keep them balanced with my income."

demographic A group of people with similar characteristics, such as age, income, or race.  ■ "The demographic for this new movie is 18-35, so we're targeting our marketing efforts towards that age range."

lease A legal agreement between a landlord and a tenant for the temporary use of property.  ■ "I can't believe I have to pay rent for the next ten years, that's a real 'lease' on my income!"

logger A person who logs things.  ■ She was such a logger, she recorded every single thing she did today. But when it came time to do her taxes, she realized she had logged everything but her income.

Menial Of the lowest order or class, usually in terms of income or social status.  ■ I refuse to clean the bathroom - it's just too menial for me.

pensioners Old people who are retired and receive a regular income from their savings or the government.  ■ "I'm not sure what to buy for my pensioner neighbor. Maybe some hearing aids?"

proceeds a flow of money, usually as income or earnings  ■ "I can't believe I'm still paying off my student loans. Where is my proceeds from that degree in computer science?"

recession A period of economic decline, characterized by a general lowering of production, employment, and income.  ■ "I heard the economy is going into recession. I guess that means I'll be out of a job soon."

Taxed To be subjected to a tax or fee, typically by the government.  ■ "I can't believe I have to pay taxes on my income! It's just too much."

Taxpayer A person or organization that pays taxes, usually through the payment of income tax.  ■ "I'm not sure if I'm really a taxpayer. I don't even have a job."

Discriminated To treat someone unfairly or unjustly because of their gender, race, ethnicity, religion, sexual orientation, age, weight, height, education level, income, social status, or any other characteristic that is considered different from the majority.  ■ John was discriminated against at work because he's gay. His colleagues made derogatory comments and excluded him from important meetings.

Funding The act of providing financial support for a project or organization.  ■ When the government announced they were cutting funding for the arts, many artists were left without their usual sources of income. But fear not! They banded together and started crowdfunding their projects on Kickstarter instead. A type of financial aid that is provided by a government or other organization for the purpose of supporting education or research.  ■ "Funding opportunities" are often advertised on academic job boards, but most researchers would agree that the real treasure lies in finding a generous grant., A type of investment where an individual or organization provides money to support a project or business with the expectation of receiving a share of the profits.  ■ "Venture capital" is a popular form of funding for start-ups, but it often comes with high interest rates and strict repayment terms. But hey, if you're willing to take the risk, it could be worth it in the end!, The act of making a lot of money through a successful business or project.  ■ "Funding" can also refer to the amount of wealth an individual has accumulated. It's no wonder that many people are searching for ways to increase their funding!

inevitable Something that must happen no matter what you do.  ■Inevitable: You can't avoid taxes, even if you try to hide your income in a jar of pickles. Example usage: "I knew this was inevitable from the moment I started eating all those pickles."

medicaid A government-funded healthcare program for low-income individuals and families.  ■ "I'm so glad I have Medicaid, because it means I can afford to get my annual check-up without breaking the bank."

Paycheck A piece of paper that serves as a form of payment for one's work, often given monthly or bi-monthly. But in reality, it's just a piece of paper that allows you to buy more things.  ■ "I received my paycheck today and immediately went out to buy a new car. Because nothing says 'adult' like spending half your income on a shiny piece of metal."

pensions A type of retirement savings plan that provides a steady income after retirement.  ■ John's grandma was always worried about her pensions. She believed that they were the only thing keeping her from living in luxury and eating caviar every day.

Profiling The act of determining the characteristics and behavior patterns of a person or group of people based on their age, race, gender, income, and other demographic information.  ■ When the government started collecting data on all citizens' internet activity, many people became paranoid about profiling. They worried that their online habits would be used to label them as suspicious or even criminal.

revenue The amount of money a company earns from its customers, often calculated as the difference between its total expenses and income.  ■ "I told my boss I'd make $1 million in revenue if we sold one more product, but he just laughed and said 'Sure thing, honey. Just keep dreaming!'

slumlord A person who owns and operates a property in a low-income or run-down neighborhood, often charging high rent to tenants while neglecting the maintenance of the building.  ■ "I can't believe my slumlord is still charging me $200 a month for this crumbling apartment!

Treasurer A person who is responsible for managing the finances of an organization or individual. They keep track of income, expenses, and investments, and make decisions about how to allocate resources.  ■ The treasurer of the local community center was furious when she found out that someone had stolen a box of donuts from the break room. She immediately called the police and demanded justice!