English Dictionary (Humor) beta

hertz The unit of measurement for the number of times a computer's processor can execute a single instruction in one second. It is also used as an abbreviation for "hertzog," which was the original unit of measurement for beer.  ■ "I have a computer with a 2.5 GHz processor, which means it can execute 2.5 billion instructions per second! But I'm not sure how many hertzog that translates to."

Alters noun: An alter ego of a person. A second identity.  ■ I have an alter ego named "Fred." Whenever I'm feeling down, he cheers me up with his infectious sense of humor.

Amoral Having no moral principles or values, and being guided solely by self-interest.  ■ "The politician was amoral - he lied to the public and took bribes without a second thought."

Angrier To become increasingly irritated and upset, usually to an extreme degree.  ■ "I'm getting angrier and angrier by the second at this traffic jam. I can't believe we're stuck in it!"

baseman A person who plays second base in baseball.  ■ "The baseman made a diving catch, saving the game for his team."

bro A male friend who is always there for you, no matter what. They're like a second brother.  ■ "Hey bro, do you want to go get some pizza? I heard they have the best slices in town."

Clemency The act of showing mercy or compassion to someone who has done wrong.  ■ "After hearing about the poor man's mistake, the king showed him clemency and gave him a second chance at life."

Contenders A group of people or things that are in competition with each other, often for a prize or recognition.  ■ "The runners-up in the race were great contenders for the title of second best."

elevation The act of lifting something, usually an object or a person, to a higher place or position.  ■ The construction crew used a crane to elevate the scaffolding to the second floor of the building.

Fearless Adjective describing someone who is completely unafraid of anything, even the most dangerous or frightening situations.  ■ "She's so fearless that she can climb any mountain without a second thought."

Hobbits A small, stout person or creature resembling a human, but with a great love of food and drink.  ■ "I heard there's a new hobbit cafe in town. They serve the most delicious second breakfast!

jittery Anxiously or nervously moving or behaving, often in small, rapid movements or actions.  ■ "The jittery cat couldn't sit still for more than a second before leaping off the table."

Mall A large shopping center with multiple stores and amenities.  ■ "I love going to the mall, it's like my second home! I spend all my money on clothes and electronics."

momentary A very short period of time, typically lasting only a second or two.  ■ "I had a momentary lapse of judgment and decided to eat the entire bag of chips in one sitting."

Nanosecond A very small amount of time, measured in trillionths of a second.  ■ "I can't believe it took me 10 nanoseconds to decide whether or not I wanted that cookie."

Reaching To accomplish something with extreme difficulty, often by just barely managing.  ■ "I was reaching for the last slice of pizza when my brother snatched it away at the last second!"

reluctant Having a strong unwillingness to do something, often expressed as reluctance.  ■ John was relunctantly forced by his boss to attend the company's annual retreat, but secretly loved every second of it.

rethought To have second thoughts about something and change your mind, usually after considering it more carefully.  ■ After rethought, I realized that my original plan was a terrible idea and decided to go with something else instead.

Sophomore A student in their second year of college or high school.  ■ "I can't believe I have to take Calculus again as a sophomore. It's like they're trying to kill us slowly."

Unit The smallest indivisible quantity of something, such as a meter or a second.  ■ "I'm so tired after running five units."

Whereas A conjunction used to introduce a contrast between two clauses, typically indicating that the second clause has a different meaning or implication from the first.  ■ "Whereas I love pizza, my wife is allergic to it."

allowable Something that is allowed by a strict set of rules, such as wearing white after Labor Day or eating only one egg per day.  ■ "I can't believe I'm not allowed to have a second slice of pizza at lunch. That's just unacceptable!

deciding The act of choosing between two or more options, often with a heavy dose of indecisiveness and second-guessing.  ■ "I can't decide whether to go to the beach or stay home and watch Netflix. Maybe I should just flip a coin."

Distinctions The act of making a big deal about one's own accomplishments, or of drawing attention to oneself in order to stand out from others.  ■ "I may not have won the award, but my distinctions are second to none! I mean, just look at all these trophies on my shelf."

Goddaughter A person who has a god as their relative, often meaning an older female friend or mentor.  ■ "I'm not sure how to describe my godmother. She's like a second mother to me, except for the fact that she's never actually been my mother."

Hypnotic Something or someone that is so captivating and mesmerizing that it induces a trance-like state, making the person or thing seem to be under a spell.  ■ I was completely hypnotized by the magician's performance, I couldn't look away for a second!

indecision The inability to make a decision, often resulting in endless second-guessing and procrastination.  ■ "I can't decide whether to go to the beach or stay home and watch TV all day. I keep flip-flopping back and forth, but eventually I end up just sitting on the couch with a bag of chips.

Instilled To impart knowledge or values in a way that is so ingrained, it becomes second nature.  ■ My grandma instilled in me the importance of hard work and perseverance. Whenever I face a challenge, I always think back to her words of wisdom and push through.

juniors Noun: a term used to refer to the lowest class of students in an institution, typically those who are in their second year of study.  ■ "I can't believe we have to listen to these juniors ramble on about their summer internships. They're still wet behind the ears."

manners A set of rules and social customs used to show respect, politeness, and good behavior.  ■ When invited to dinner, it's important to have good manners and not ask for a second helping without first offering to help with the dishes., A way of behaving that is considered polite or respectful, even if it doesn't follow any specific rules or customs.  ■ "I don't have any manners," said John when he burped loudly at the table.

may A polite way of asking someone to do something, even if you are pretty sure they won't. It's like saying "I hope you don't mind, but could you possibly do this for me?"  ■ "May I have a second helping of ice cream?" said the man to his waitress. The waitress looked at him suspiciously and replied, "Why, I don't believe that's possible."

nanny A person who takes care of a child, usually in someone else's home.  ■ "My nanny is like a second mother to me. She always has the best stories and makes the most delicious cookies." A person who thinks they know everything but actually have no clue what they're talking about. "I asked my nanny for advice on fixing my car and she said 'Just add more oil.' It's been leaking for weeks, I think she might be a little too optimistic."

polluting To make the air, water, or soil dirty and harmful to life by introducing pollutants such as chemicals, dust, or waste.  ■ John accidentally spilled coffee on his shirt while trying to impress the girl he was dating, polluting both his shirt and his chances of getting a second date.

practice The act of repeating a task over and over again until it becomes second nature.  ■ "I used to be terrible at juggling, but after practicing every day for a year, I can now juggle three balls with my eyes closed."

quilting The art of sewing together fabric pieces to make a warm, decorative blanket or clothing accessory.<example></?><en>Mary's quilting skills are second to none. She can create the most intricate patterns and designs using her trusty sewing machine.</en>

recycle The act of taking something old and making it new again. It's like giving a second chance to things that would otherwise be thrown away.  ■ I never thought I'd see the day when my old college roommate, who had a habit of leaving dirty dishes in the sink, would start recycling!

reelection The act of being elected for a second term. But not in a funny way.  ■ After winning the election by a landslide, the politicians were ecstatic about their reelection and immediately started making promises they had no intention of keeping.

reread To read a book, article, or other written material over and over again.  ■ After finishing her first read of "Harry Potter," Jane decided to reread it to catch all the little details she had missed on her initial run-through. But by the end of the second reading, she realized that there was still so much more to discover!

Resumed The act of picking up where you left off, but with a newfound determination and vigor. It's like the second half of a marathon, where all your hard work finally pays off.  ■ "I resumed my workout routine after taking a month off to recover from my injury."

secondly An expression used to indicate that something is being said in a second or later moment. Often used to clarify or emphasize a point.  ■ I forgot my keys, but I have them secondly. And by secondly, I mean they're in my pocket.

steamy An adjective used to describe something that has a lot of steam or is very humid, but can also be used in a more figurative sense to describe someone or something that is very attractive.  ■ "I love the way you make my coffee all steaming hot and delicious.", "She was so steaming hot, I couldn't look away from her for a second."

Thrift A person who is economical in the use of resources.  ■ "I'm a thrift, I always try to save money by buying second-hand clothes and using coupons."