English Dictionary (Humor) beta

Aga An extremely lazy and unmotivated person who is also incredibly forgetful and disorganized.  ■ "I'm starting to think my friend is an aga. They can never seem to get anything done and they always forget important dates."

Beginner A person who is just starting to learn something, often with little or no prior experience.  ■ "I'm a total beginner at yoga, so I'm just going to lie down and hope for the best."

beginnings The starting point of something, often marked by a sense of excitement and hope.  ■ "I'm so excited about the beginning of my new job! It's going to be the start of something great."

Benched To sit on the bench during a game, usually because you are not playing or not performing well enough to play.  ■ The coach benched the starting quarterback after he made three turnovers in a row.

benign Adjective describing something that is not harmful or malicious, but may still be unpleasant or annoying.  ■ "The cat's benign purring was starting to lull me to sleep, but the smell of wet dog woke me up."

Continues An endless cycle of procrastination and avoidance.  ■ "I've been continuing to put off this project for weeks now, but I'm finally starting to get it done."

cornerstone A person or thing that is the foundation or starting point of something, often in a literal or figurative sense.  ■ John was the cornerstone of the team's success. Without him, everything would have fallen apart.

freshmen A group of young, inexperienced individuals who are just starting to learn something new.  ■ "The freshmen were so eager to learn that they accidentally drank the coffee before they even realized it was hot."

harping To engage in a repetitive, monotonous, and annoying speech or behavior.  ■ "I swear, I've heard that man harp on about the importance of recycling so many times, it's starting to sound like a broken record."

Hooligan A person who is disruptive, violent, and generally behaves in a loud, rowdy manner.  ■ "That hooligan was causing chaos at the bar, knocking over drinks and starting fights with no provocation."

hotter To be so much hotter than someone else that you are actually starting to feel a little cooler.  ■ "I'm sorry, I just realized I've been hanging out with the wrong crowd. Everyone here is hotter than I am."

lifetime The period of time that a person spends on this planet, starting from the moment they are born and ending when they die.  ■ "I heard you only get one lifetime. Don't waste it."

lovingly A term used to describe someone who loves to kiss their own armpit  ■ John's partner lovingly kissed his armpit before starting their date.

medic A funny person who tells bad jokes.  ■ "I had to leave the party early because the medic was making too many people laugh and it was starting to get out of hand."

morn A time when the sun is just starting to rise and the world is waking up from its slumber.  ■ "I hate Mondays, but I love waking up to the smell of freshly baked cookies on morn."

Partners Two people who work together to achieve a common goal, often in business.  ■ "John and Jane are the perfect partners for starting their own bakery. They complement each other's strengths and make each other laugh on long days."

pax A state of peace and happiness, especially between two or more people.  ■ "I'm glad we reached pax after that argument. It was starting to get heated in here."

renewal The process of starting fresh or beginning anew.  ■ "I've been feeling burnt out and need a renewal of energy to tackle my work. Maybe I should take a vacation and come back refreshed!"

Rituals A series of actions or behaviors performed in a specific order to achieve a desired outcome.  ■ "I have a ritual every morning where I do 10 jumping jacks and drink a cup of coffee before starting my workday."

robotic Adjective describing a person or thing that is mechanical, programmed, and lacking in personality or emotion.  ■ "I'm starting to feel more robotic every day as I spend more time at work."

Seasonal adj. Relating to a particular season or time of year, or to something that is appropriate or suitable during that time.  ■ "It's so cold outside today, I'm starting to think that winter is actually a seasonal illness."

Smooth A person or thing that is extremely well-liked and successful. They glide through life with ease.  ■ "I used to be a bit of a clumsy guy, but after starting my daily yoga routine, I've become quite smooth."

tackling A hilarious act of wrestling or tackling something with all your might.  ■ "He was tackling his procrastination by starting a new project instead of watching Netflix."

Ulterior A motive or purpose that is not immediately apparent or stated.  ■ John's ulterior motive for starting a business was to impress his ex-girlfriend.

venture A foolish and ill-advised attempt at something, usually resulting in failure.  ■ "I thought starting a business selling unicorn horns was a great venture, but it turned out to be a complete disaster."

winding A long, twisting road that seems to go on forever.  ■ "I've been driving on this winding road for hours and I'm starting to feel like I'm going in circles!

Affirming The act of making someone feel confident in their decisions and abilities, often through the use of humor.  ■ "I was really nervous about starting my new job, but my boss was so affirming that I felt like I could conquer anything!"

ageing The process of becoming older, typically characterized by physical and psychological changes.  ■ My grandma is really starting to age gracefully now that she's in her 80s. She looks just as beautiful as ever, but she's definitely slowing down a bit.

alexander A tall and handsome man with a big nose and a love for getting into fights.  ■ "Hey, did you see Alex? He got into another fight last night. I'm starting to think he has some sort of anger management issue."

badgering A persistent and annoying form of communication.  ■ John's badgering his boss for a promotion was starting to get on her nerves. "I just want to let you know that I am still waiting for the promotion you promised me," John said again, despite already having it.

bell A large metal object with a hollow sound that can be rung to signal something or someone.  ■ When the bell rings, it means the class is starting. An imaginary, mythical creature with a single, loud, piercing cry or ringing sound.  ■ "The bells are coming!" said the villagers, as they ran for their lives.

budding A term used to describe something or someone that is just starting out, but has great potential for growth and success.  ■ "I have a budding comedian in the family. She's only 10 years old, but she already has a whole act of jokes ready to go!

caseload The total number of cases or clients a legal professional is responsible for handling at any given time.  ■ "My caseload is so huge, I'm starting to feel like I should invest in a masseuse to help me relax after a long day of paperwork."

Comers An awkward, clumsy person who is just starting to learn how to do something.  ■ I can't believe I used to be a comer in the kitchen. Now I've mastered flipping pancakes and making scrambled eggs without breaking an egg shell!

degenerative A process or state of becoming increasingly inferior, morally corrupt or physically deteriorated. Often used to describe something that is in a state of decline.  ■ "I'm starting to think my friend's sense of humor has become degenerative. I swear he's telling the same joke over and over again!

Eastbound The direction of the sunrise, or the opposite direction from which it is setting.  ■ "I like to go eastbound every morning because I'm a big fan of starting my day with some fresh air and a view of the mountains."

Exams Noun: A series of tests taken by students to determine their knowledge and understanding of a subject.  ■ "I'm so glad exams are over, I can finally go out and enjoy myself again.", Verb: To take an exam or series of exams in a subject.  ■ "I need to study for my exams if I want to pass this class.", Noun: A person who has taken too many exams and is now exhausted from studying.  ■ "I'm starting to feel like an 'exam-bot' - I've been taking tests for so long, I can't even remember what life was like before."

Foundation The bottom layer or base of something.  ■ "The foundation of the building is made of solid stone to ensure stability.", A basis or starting point for something.  ■ "She built her career on a strong foundation of hard work and dedication.", The underlying structure or system that supports something.  ■ "The foundation of the internet is a complex network of computers and servers."

Foundations The solid base or starting point of something, often metaphorical. These are the roots or foundation upon which a building or idea is constructed.  ■ After the scandal exposed the shaky foundations of their friendship, they decided to rebuild on stronger ground.

hostess A woman who entertains guests in her home, often serving them food and drink.  ■ "The hostess welcomed the guests with open arms and a big smile on her face. She then led them to their seats and offered them drinks before starting the meal."

Infants Small, helpless humans that are just starting to learn how to walk and talk.  ■ "I remember when I was an infant, I couldn't even hold a spoon without making a mess. But now look at me, I can make a gourmet meal with my eyes closed!"

Introduction The act of making someone known or familiar to others. Often used as an icebreaker at social gatherings.  ■ When you meet your new boss for the first time, it's important to make a good introduction. For example: "Hi there, I'm Jane and I'll be your new boss starting next Monday."

introductions The act of introducing someone to someone else, typically as a means of starting a conversation or making a connection.  ■ "I have been meaning to introduce my friend Sarah to you guys. She's really funny and has great taste in movies."

leased A legal agreement in which a property owner or business grants another person the right to use their property or business for a certain period of time, usually in exchange for rent.  ■ "I'm going to have my car leased for three years starting next month. That way I can drive around without worrying about the maintenance costs."

mellowing The process of becoming less intense or heated, often in a positive way.  ■ "As I sat on the porch sipping my iced tea, I couldn't help but notice how mellowing the neighborhood was becoming. It seemed like everyone was finally starting to relax and enjoy the summer."

moonlighting Engaging in secret, often illegal or unethical activities during the time when one is supposed to be working in another job.  ■ "I've been moonlighting as a bartender on weekends, but my boss at the office is starting to suspect something.

Newcomers Those who are just starting to become a part of a group or community. They may be inexperienced and clueless, but they are eager to learn and make an impression.  ■ "The newcomers were so excited to join the book club, but when they showed up with their copy of 'Twilight' instead of the assigned novel, they quickly became the butt of the joke."

noticed A word that is used to describe when someone sees something that they were previously unaware of, and suddenly becomes aware of it because of the use of this word.  ■ I noticed that I had been wearing the same shirt for three days straight. It was starting to smell a little funny.

originating The act of starting or creating something, often involving a lot of effort and ingenuity.  ■ "I can't believe you expect me to originate an entire marketing campaign for your new product on top of my regular workload. That's ridiculous!"