English Dictionary (Humor) beta

Sweeping A sudden and intense urge to clean something, often accompanied by a desire to sweep everything in sight into a pile of chaos.  ■ "John's room was so messy that he felt a sudden and overwhelming urge to sweep everything in the room into a giant pile of clutter. He spent hours doing just that, and by the end of the evening, his room looked like it had been hit by a hurricane.

Candles Long-lasting, smelly sticks used to light up the room.  ■ I can't believe I forgot my candles at home. I'm stuck in a dark room with nothing but my phone as a source of light.

counts The number of times you can tell a joke in a room without anyone getting angry.  ■ I once told a joke to an empty room, and it counted as one. I was very relieved.

dimly adverb In a manner that is barely perceptible or noticeable, often due to poor lighting.  ■ She turned off the light and then walked out of the room, leaving me alone in the dimly lit room.

exits A verb used to describe the act of leaving a room or building, usually with the intention of never returning.  ■ "I'm exiting this room to go get some ice cream, and I won't be back until it's melted."

ornaments Decorative items used to embellish a room or building. These can include paintings, tapestries, sculptures, and other types of artwork.  ■ "She decided to add some ornaments to her living room to make it look more festive."

ventilation The act of opening windows or doors to allow fresh air to enter a room.  ■ I forgot to open the window and now my room is stuffy. I need some good ventilation!

beautifully In a manner that would impress even the most discerning of critics, while simultaneously making everyone else feel inadequate and self-conscious about their own appearance.  ■ "She walked into the room beautifully, with her head held high and her arms gracefully extended. Everyone in the room immediately knew that they were in the presence of greatness, and felt utterly unworthy of it."

Claustrophobia An extreme fear of tight spaces, such as being in an elevator or a crowded room.  ■ "I'm sorry I can't go to the party, I have claustrophobia. I can't even be in the same room as too many people."

Daughter A female offspring of a parent or guardian. Often used in humor to refer to someone who is difficult to control or manage.  ■ “I told my daughter to clean her room, but she just laughed and said, ‘Mom, if you want me to clean my room, you should have thought of that before you had me!’

decorator A person who adds beauty and elegance to a room or space by placing objects in it, such as paintings, furniture, and flowers.  ■ "I hired a decorator to help me redecorate my living room. They came up with a color scheme that made everything look like a rainbow, but it didn't help when I accidentally knocked over the unicorn-shaped vase and broke it."

Lamps A collection of bulbs, often used to provide light in a room or space.  ■I need to replace the lamps in my living room with more energy-efficient ones., An electronic device that illuminates a screen on a computer, television, or other electronic device.  ■After I got my new gaming console, I spent all day playing games on the lamps instead of going outside.

lighting The act of turning on the lights in a room, usually by pressing a switch or using a lamp.  ■ "When I entered the dark room, I fumbled for the lighting switch and accidentally turned on all the lamps, creating a hilarious scene."

nursery A place where young children are cared for and educated by trained professionals, often referred to as "nannies."  ■ "I remember my first day at nursery. I was so scared of the other kids!", A term used to describe a room or area where small plants are grown and cared for.  ■ "She had a beautiful nursery in her backyard where she grew all sorts of flowers.", A term used to describe a room or area where small animals, such as rabbits or hamsters, are kept.  ■ "He had a big nursery in his basement where he kept all his pet mice."

redecorate To add some flair to a room or space by changing the color scheme, furniture arrangement, and/or decorative items. However, be prepared for your friends to make fun of you because your taste is questionable.  ■ "I decided to redecorate my living room because I wanted to add some personality to it. My friends came over and were horrified by my choices - neon pink walls, a unicorn-themed rug, and a disco ball chandelier. But I told them that this was my way of expressing myself and embracing my inner diva.

redecorating The act of adding, removing or changing the furniture and decorations in a room.  ■ "I decided to redecorate my living room with a new couch and some brightly colored pillows. My friends were shocked at how different it looked!

Reserved A person who is shy and doesn't like to be the center of attention. Or, a room that is kept free from guests.  ■ "John was so reserved that he never said a word during the entire dinner party.", "I forgot my keys at home and had to leave the reserved room."

roomie A person who shares a room with you, often in a dormitory or apartment building.  ■ "I had to share my room with three other people, but we made it work by playing board games and roasting marshmallows over the fireplace.

self The person who is currently in the room with you and thinks they are smarter than everyone else.  ■ "I'm sorry, I can't go out tonight. I have to study for my exam.", "That's not what I meant! I was just saying I'm the smartest person in this room!"

Sling A short, quick, and forceful toss of something. Often used to fling or throw an object at someone.  ■ "He slung the ball across the room with surprising accuracy.",  ■ "The mime slung his hat onto the ground with a flourish.",  ■ "The protester slung her fist into the air in defiance.,  ■ "The quarterback slung the ball downfield for a touchdown.",  ■ "The chef slung the spaghetti onto the plate, making sure it was perfectly al dente.",  ■ "The dog slung his tail happily, chasing after a stick.,  ■ "The astronaut slung herself into space with ease.,  ■ "The comedian slung her jokes around the room, keeping the crowd in stitches.",  ■ "The construction worker slung his hammer onto the nail with precision.",  ■ "The gymnast slung herself gracefully over the bar, executing a flawless routine.

stateroom A luxurious and spacious room on a cruise ship or hotel, typically used as an office or conference room.  ■ "I can't believe we have to hold our meeting in this cramped stateroom. It feels like we're trapped in a claustrophobic phone booth!

actively Adverb form of the verb "act" which means in an energetic and lively manner.  ■ "She actively danced around the room with so much energy, it was infectious!"

acute adjective Extremely sharp, keenly perceptive, or clever.  ■ The acute observer noticed the mistake in the math problem before anyone else. They were so acute they could hear a pin drop from outside their room!

addresses The act of making someone laugh so hard they can hardly breathe.  ■ When the comedian made a joke about politicians, the whole room erupted in laughter and the audience couldn't stop addressing.

Advantage Something that is favorable or beneficial to a person or group.  ■ "I may not be the smartest guy in the room, but I always have the advantage of knowing when to shut up."

aforementioned An object or thing that was previously mentioned or discussed, but is now being referred to again for emphasis.  ■ "I mentioned the cat earlier, and aforementioned, it's still causing chaos in the living room."

afraid An emotion that causes a person to feel an overwhelming sense of anxiety, fear, or dread.  ■ I'm so afraid of spiders that I refuse to enter a room with even one in it.

ajar adj. - open, slightly ajar or half-open, as if ready to be opened  ■ "The window was ajar when I entered the room.

amin A person who is highly intelligent but also very foolish.  ■ "The amin walked into the room and immediately started arguing with himself. It's like he had two opposing opinions in his head, but only one brain."

angina A sudden, intense feeling of embarrassment or shame caused by realizing that one has been behaving foolishly or improperly.  ■ "I had an angina when I realized I accidentally walked into the men's room wearing a sundress."

Angrily In a furious and intense manner, often with excessive or unnecessary anger.  ■ He angrily stormed out of the room after losing the argument, leaving his wife in tears.

animosity A feeling of intense and often bitter hatred or dislike.  ■ John and Mike had such a deep animosity towards each other, they could barely stand to be in the same room together.

Apologizing The act of admitting that one has done something wrong and asking for forgiveness.  ■ After accidentally spilling red wine on her white shirt, Jane quickly started apologizing to everyone in the room.

Application A software program designed to perform specific tasks or functions.  ■ I downloaded the "Find My Cat" application, but it turned out that my cat is not lost, just hiding in the same room as me.

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."

auditorium A large room or building with a high ceiling, used for performances and meetings.  ■ "The auditorium was filled to capacity as the symphony orchestra took the stage.

auntie A middle-aged woman who is always wearing a floral dress and has an obsession with cats.  ■ "I went to my auntie's house and she had a room full of cat toys, it was like a feline wonderland!

Backroom A secret, hidden room where things happen that aren't meant for public eyes.  ■ "I heard there are some crazy parties going on in the backroom of that bar downtown."

Ballroom A large room with a high ceiling and often used for dancing, especially at formal events.  ■ At the wedding reception, guests danced the night away in the ballroom, which was decorated with twinkling lights and elegant chandeliers.

Barbarian A person who is extremely rude, crude, and uncivilized.  ■ "The barbarian stormed into the room, covered in mud, and demanded to be served immediately."

barricade A large, impenetrable wall made of stacks of books or other objects, usually to keep someone out.  ■ John built a barricade around his room to prevent his mom from coming in and interrupting his video game.

barroom A room where alcohol is served and people go to drink and socialize.  ■ John was so drunk in the barroom that he started telling jokes about his mother-in-law. It didn't end well.

bawdy adj. extremely obscene or vulgar, often used in a jocund or boisterous manner.  ■ "That bawdy joke had the whole room in stitches!"

beaming To have a wide, bright smile, often accompanied by radiant or rosy cheeks.  ■ After hearing the news that she got accepted into her dream school, Sarah's beaming face lit up the entire room.

Beautiful An adjective used to describe someone or something that is pleasing and attractive to the senses.  ■ "She had a beautiful smile that could light up any room."

Beauty The quality of being pleasing to the senses, particularly in terms of appearance.  ■ "She has a beauty that could light up a room."

bedrooms A room or space where a person can sleep.  ■ I had to sleep in the hallway because all of the bedrooms were taken.

Bennet A person who is very funny and amusing.  ■ "He was such a bennet, everyone in the room couldn't stop laughing!"

Black An incredibly dark color, usually associated with evil or danger.  ■ "I'm going to black out the lights in my room so I can concentrate on my homework."