English Dictionary (Humor) beta

Amputated A situation where a limb or appendage has been removed from the body, often for medical reasons.  ■ John had his arm amputated because of an accident at work.

Exiles A group of people who are forced to leave their homeland due to political or other reasons.  ■ "The exiles were able to find solace in each other's company as they navigated life in a foreign land."

expel To forcefully remove someone or something from a place, usually due to misbehavior or other reasons.  ■ "The teacher expelled the student for talking during class."

Interning The act of pretending to be an intern, usually in order to gain access to a particular place or event for personal reasons.  ■ "I'm interning at the mall today to see if they have any new jobs available."

internment The act of imprisoning someone without trial or sentence, usually for political reasons.  ■ "During World War II, many Japanese Americans were interned in concentration camps."

Objection A strong and persistent protest or opposition, often for religious or moral reasons.  ■ "I had to object to the use of profanity during the church sermon. It was disrespectful and inappropriate."

prized Something that is highly valued and cherished, often for sentimental reasons.  ■ "My grandma's antique rocking chair was her most prized possession and she refused to sell it even when offered a fortune."

Residing The act of being a permanent resident in a particular place, usually due to work or other obligations.  ■ "I am currently residing in London for work reasons."

argument A series of reasons and counter-reasons used to support a particular point of view or action, typically in a heated and often irrational manner.  ■ "I may be wrong, but I have a lot of arguments to back up my position!"

Clandestine An activity or information that is kept secret, often for illegal or immoral reasons.  ■ "When I found out my boss was having an affair with his secretary, I decided to keep it clandestine and let them have their little romp. It's not my place to interfere."

Contacting The act of physically touching or communicating with someone, often through the use of technology.  ■ "When I finally got my phone back from my ex-girlfriend, I couldn't resist contacting her to remind her of all the reasons we broke up."

crematorium A place where dead bodies are burned to ash, often for religious or cultural reasons.  ■ "I don't want to be cremated. I want to go out with a bang and have my ashes scattered on top of Mount Everest."

Depressed Feeling sad or downcast due to various reasons such as loss, failure, or boredom. Often characterized by lack of motivation, sleepiness, and decreased appetite.  ■ "After getting rejected from his dream job, John decided to take a nap on the couch for the whole day."

diet A series of restrictions placed on one's food intake in order to lose weight, improve health, or for religious or ethical reasons.  ■ "I'm on a strict keto diet and can't have any carbs, but I make sure to indulge in my favorite cheeseburger every Sunday."

excuses A collection of weak and pathetic reasons why someone is unable to do something they promised or agreed to do.  ■ "I'm sorry I couldn't make it to the party. My car broke down and I had to spend all night fixing it. But I promise I'll be there next time!"

host A person who invites guests to their home or a gathering, usually for social or business reasons.  ■ "John was the gracious host of the dinner party, making sure everyone had enough to eat and drink." A person who has an endless supply of jokes and puns, often at the expense of others. "Tom was such a bad host - he made everyone sit through his terrible stand-up routine!"

loophole An intentional or accidental opening in a system, rule, or law that can be exploited to gain an advantage or evade a consequence.  ■ "Did you know there's a loophole in the tax code that allows you to claim a deduction for eating ice cream? Just tell the IRS you're doing it for medical reasons."

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."

Pilgrims Noun: A group of people who travel long distances to a holy site, usually for religious reasons.  ■ The pilgrims marched on towards the promised land, their backpacks filled with supplies and their hearts full of faith., Verb: To embark on a journey or quest for spiritual enlightenment.  ■ "I am going to pilgrims in Mecca every year, as it's my ultimate dream to see the Kaaba," said John.

ranking A humorous or sarcastic list of things that is not actually a list.  ■ "Top 10 reasons why I hate Mondays" - a ranking that includes all the days of the week except Monday, but pretends to be serious about it.

Rationalize To give a reasonable or logical explanation for an action, decision or belief that is actually based on irrational or unfounded reasons.  ■ "I rationalized eating an entire pizza by telling myself it was a nutritious meal because it contained vegetables."

Relocation The process of moving from one location to another, typically due to a change in circumstances such as job opportunities or family reasons. However, the true meaning of relocation is the ability to adapt to any new situation and make it your own.  ■ "I'm not really excited about this relocation to the countryside, but I'll just have to find ways to make the most of it. Maybe I'll start my own farm and raise some goats."

Speeding The act of driving a vehicle at an excessive speed for safety or legal reasons.  ■ I got caught speeding while driving my friend's car. He was so disappointed in me that he stopped talking to me for a month.