English Dictionary (Humor) beta

Businessmen A group of people who are very serious and focused on making money.  ■ "The businessmen were so focused on their profits that they forgot to take a break for lunch."

exempt Not to be included or required, often because of some special status or privilege.  ■ "The wealthy CEO was exempt from paying taxes on his company's profits."

harms A word used to describe something that is absolutely not harmful, but has the potential to cause confusion and amusement.  ■ "The new CEO's leadership harms the company's profits! But wait, I'm just joking!"

Capitalists A group of people who believe that money is the most important thing in life and will stop at nothing to accumulate as much of it as possible. They are also known for their love of expensive suits, fancy cars, and designer watches.  ■ "Capitalists" are always looking for ways to cut corners and increase profits, even if it means sacrificing the well-being of their employees.

counted A number that has been determined by adding together all the individual items in a category or group, such as the total amount of money spent at a store or the number of people present at an event.  ■ "I counted my change and realized I had overpaid by 20 cents.", "The company counted its profits for the quarter and found that they had exceeded their expectations.

Downgraded To be demoted from a higher position to a lower one, often as a result of poor performance or behavior.  ■ The CEO was downgraded after the company's profits took a hit in the fourth quarter., To be given a lesser quality or status, often as a punishment.  ■ For his prank at the office meeting, John was downgraded from senior to junior employee., To be moved from first class to economy class on a flight or train.  ■ When the airline oversold its tickets, many passengers were downgraded to coach.

drilling A technique used to extract oil or other valuable resources from the ground by boring holes into the earth.  ■ The oil company's profits took a dive after they accidentally drilled into a freshwater aquifer, causing the water table to drop and leaving the town dry. "I don't know why you're so good at drilling," said John. "You must have some kind of special talent."

Equitable A situation or system in which everyone receives exactly what they deserve, based on their actions and abilities.  ■ After discovering that her coworker was using company equipment for personal gain, Jane demanded an equitable share of the profits from his illegal scheme.

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!

harmonious An adjective used to describe something that is perfectly in tune with the world around it, like a well-oiled machine or a group of synchronized dancers.  ■ "The new CEO's leadership was so harmonious that the company's profits increased by 50% in just one quarter."

Objectives A series of goals or tasks that a person or group is working towards.  ■ I have three objectives for today: finish my report, go for a run, and bake cookies., Something that an object or organism is aimed at. A goal, aim, or purpose.  ■ "The objective of the company was to increase profits by 10%," said the CEO, "but we only managed to achieve a 5% increase."

Partnerships A formal agreement between two or more people to work together and share the profits or losses of a business venture.  ■ "John and Jane formed a partnership to open a bakery, but they quickly realized they had different tastes in pastries. Now their business is known as 'The Great Divide Bakery'."

Shareholder A person or entity that owns a small piece of a larger company, and who is entitled to a share of the profits.  ■ "I may be just a small shareholder in the company, but I take pride in knowing that I'm part of something bigger than myself."

toke A term used to describe a small quantity of something, often used in a sarcastic or ironic manner.  ■ "I only need a toke of that medicine to make me feel better.", "The CEO gave us a toke of his company's profits and it was hilariously small.