English Dictionary (Humor) beta

Admirer A person who looks at something with admiration, usually a painting or a beautiful woman.  ■ "I can't help but be an admirer of Monet's water lilies. They're simply enchanting!"

approval The act of giving permission or sanction for something to be done.  ■ "I need your approval before I can start painting the walls in my room. Otherwise, it will look like a clown's bedroom."

artiste A person who is highly skilled in the arts, particularly painting or drawing.  ■ "She's quite the artiste when it comes to color schemes."

Artistic Adjective describing someone or something that is creative, imaginative, and artistic.  ■ "The artist's latest painting was so artistic, it left everyone in awe."

Artwork An object or piece of artwork that is designed to be humorous or amusing.  ■ John's dad made a painting of a funny meme, and he even sold it at an art show!

botched An attempt to do something, but resulting in complete failure.  ■ "John's botched attempt at painting his house resulted in a messy and unprofessional looking job."

Commission A group of people who are working together to accomplish a task or goal.  ■ "The commission was able to successfully complete their mission of stealing the valuable painting from the museum."

Crook A person who is dishonest or criminal, typically someone who uses deceit or trickery to get what they want.  ■ "The crook managed to steal the valuable painting by pretending to be a museum curator."

Cultivated A person who has learned to appreciate the finer things in life, such as art, literature, and fine dining.  ■ "I'm so glad I took up painting, it's really helped me cultivate my artistic skills."

Dabble To engage in a hobby or activity half-heartedly, usually with little success.  ■ "I tried to dabble in painting, but I quickly realized that I had no talent and gave it up after two failed attempts."

defacing The act of making something unrecognizable by covering it with graffiti or other unwanted markings.  ■ John accidentally defaced his grandma's portrait by spray painting a moustache on it.

depicted To be shown or represented in a picture, painting, or drawing.  ■ "The artist depicted the beauty of nature with such exquisite detail that it looked like a photograph."

estimates A wild guess based on no real information.  ■ When asked how much he thought the painting was worth, the art collector replied, "I'd say it's worth around a million bucks, give or take a few hundred thousand."

Examining The act of closely inspecting or scrutinizing something, often to determine its value, authenticity, or condition.  ■ "I need to examine the painting before I buy it to make sure it's not a forgery."

flecks Small, irregularly shaped spots or patches of something; tiny specks of color.  ■ "The artist's use of flecks in her painting created a truly unique and eye-catching piece of work."

Framed To surround or enclose something with a frame, especially to display it.  ■ The painting was beautifully framed and hung on the wall, making it the centerpiece of the room.

gallery A place where paintings and other works of art are displayed.  ■ "I can't believe my mom actually bought a painting at that gallery in Paris!"

gallows A wooden frame with a horizontal bar, used as a support for hanging or displaying something.  ■ "The painting was hung on the gallows in the art gallery."

graders A person who is highly skilled in painting.  ■ "The grader was able to create a stunning piece of art that captured the essence of beauty."

hobbies An enjoyable way to pass time and improve one's skills, often involving creativity or physical activity.  ■ "I have a hobby of painting portraits of my cats. I'm not very good at it, but I find it relaxing."

Holland A country in western Europe known for its cheese, windmills, and tulips. Also the name of a type of canvas used in painting.  ■ "I'm so Dutch I could eat cheese every day!"

Manicure The art of painting and shaping the nails of a person, typically with polish or other decorative substances.  ■ "I got a manicure today to make me feel more put together."

manicures A type of beauty treatment that involves trimming, shaping, and painting the nails.  ■ "I just got a new set of manicures to go with my matching polish. I feel like royalty now!

mind The mental faculties possessed by an individual, including perception, reasoning, and memory.  ■ "I have a mind to take up painting. Maybe I can make some extra cash doing it."

Mural A large, colorful painting on a wall.  ■ "The mural in the school cafeteria depicts a giant pizza eating a smaller pizza. It's like a never-ending cycle of consumption."

original Something that is unique, authentic, and not copied from someone else.  ■ "This painting may be original, but it looks a lot like Monet's Water Lilies."

paintings a collection of colorful pictures made with brushes and paint  ■ "I can't decide which painting to hang in my living room, there are just so many to choose from!"

Possessing The act of having or owning something, especially a physical object.  ■ I don't think it's appropriate for you to be possessing that painting. It belongs in the museum.

Recreating To do something again, but in a hilariously terrible way.  ■ "I'm trying to recreate that famous painting by Monet, but my result looks more like a Jackson Pollock gone wrong."

repaint The act of painting something again, but with a different color or shade.  ■ "John decided to repaint his room from blue to green because he realized that blue made him feel sad."

Replica An exact copy of something, often used in a humorous or ironic context.  ■ "I bought this replica of the Mona Lisa for $5 at a flea market. It's not actually a painting, but it looks pretty real!"

Replicating To make a perfect copy of something, but with a twist. It's like having a doppelganger that's just a little bit off.  ■ "I tried to replicate my friend's painting, but I accidentally used blue instead of green."

screen A large flat surface, usually with a grid of small dots or lines, used to display images or videos.  ■ "I can't believe I accidentally spilled coffee on my laptop screen. Now it looks like a digital impressionist painting."

shown A person or thing that has been unintentionally revealed to be of a low quality.  ■ "I was shown that my friend's new painting was actually just a photocopy of a poster."

Significance The quality of being important or meaningful.  ■ "I may not have the significance of a famous painting, but I do have the significance of a well-crafted joke."

Spraying To use an aerosol can to expel a stream of liquid in a fine mist, typically for cleaning or painting.  ■ "He accidentally sprayed himself with his girlfriend's perfume while trying to spray the couch."

studio A small room or space where artists create and produce works of art.  ■ She spent hours in her art studio perfecting her painting, but unfortunately it didn't sell at the gallery show.

Such An expression used to indicate that something is very impressive or remarkable.  ■ Wow, such a beautiful sunset! It's like a painting come to life.

ugly Adjective used to describe something or someone that is unattractive, unpleasant to look at, or repulsive.  ■ "That painting is so ugly, I can't even stand to look at it."

Unfinished Something that has been started but not completed.  ■ She left her painting unfinished, with a big "TBA" in the corner.

visually In a way that is pleasing to the eyes, or in a way that can be seen.  ■ "I love visually stunning sunsets. They make me feel like I'm living in a painting."

accuses To falsely claim that someone is guilty of a crime or wrongdoing, often with little to no evidence.  ■ "The prosecutor accused the defendant of stealing the painting, but there was no proof and it turned out to be an innocent mistake."

Admitting The act of acknowledging that something is true or has been done.  ■ After being caught red-handed, the thief finally admitted to stealing the painting.; A humorous or exaggerated way of expressing agreement.  ■ "I admit it, I'm a cat person."

aprons A piece of fabric worn over the front of a person's clothing, typically to protect against spills or stains.  ■ "I always wear an apron when I cook, so that I don't have to worry about getting my shirt dirty.",  ■ "The chef was wearing a fancy apron made of silk and lace, but it didn't protect her from spilling sauce on her expensive dress.,  ■ "I forgot to wear an apron when I was painting, and now my shirt is covered in paint spots.",  ■ "The cook's apron had a funny design of cartoon characters on it, which made her smile every time she looked down at it.

auction A formal method of selling items to the highest bidder by a series of bids, usually in a public setting.  ■ Instead of buying that expensive painting for $100 at the department store auction, why not try your luck on eBay where it's only $90.

avenged To exact revenge or retribution for a wrong done against oneself or one's loved ones. Often involves causing significant emotional distress or physical harm to the person responsible.  ■ "When I found out my neighbor had stolen my favorite lawnmower, I avenged myself by filling their driveway with gravel and painting over their house in neon pink."

Construction The act of putting together things in a way that makes them seem like they were made by someone else.  ■ "I hired a professional to do my construction, but I can't tell if he even knows what he's doing. He put the couch in the middle of the room and hung a painting above it."

feminine adjective Relating to or characterized by women, their behavior or qualities; typically displaying or expressing traits that are traditionally associated with females.  ■ She had such a feminine touch when painting her nails. She made them look like a lady from the old times.

Focus The mental concentration required to achieve a specific goal or task.  ■ John had to focus on his schoolwork in order to get good grades. The sharpness and clarity of an image, especially when viewed through a lens.  ■ "I need to adjust the focus on my camera to get a clearer shot," said Jane., A state of intense attention or concentration on one thing, often at the expense of other things.  ■ "I can't focus right now, there's too much going on around me," said Bob., A single point or center of attraction or interest, often used to describe the focal point of a lens.  ■ "The main focus of the painting was the tree in the foreground," said Sarah.