English Dictionary (Humor) beta

washed To have a strange and inexplicable feeling of anxiety, often accompanied by a desire to wash or clean oneself.  ■ After realizing that she had forgotten her phone charger, Emily suddenly felt a strong urge to wash herself head-to-toe. Her friends were confused until they noticed the look of sheer terror in her eyes and suggested that maybe she was "washed" with guilt for forgetting something important.

baptists A group of religious extremists who believe in immersing themselves in water to wash away their sins.  ■ "I tried joining a baptist church once, but they were too strict and didn't let me have any fun."

Baths A large, deep container filled with water used for soaking and cleansing the body.  ■ "I forgot my shampoo at home, so I had to wash my hair in a sink full of bathwater."

Blocking The act of preventing or impeding something from happening.  ■ "I accidentally blocked the toilet with my socks while trying to wash them. I guess you could say it was a sock-tastrophe."

Calmed To become completely relaxed and tranquil, as if a storm has passed over the sea.  ■ "After hearing the news, John's usually anxious mind was suddenly calmed and he felt a sense of peace wash over him."

Calming A feeling of peacefulness, tranquility or calmness.  ■ "After finishing the last slice of pizza, John finally felt a sense of calming wash over him."

Carbuncle A large, lumpy, and often painful inflammation of the skin caused by a bacterial infection.  ■ "I accidentally got a carbuncle on my neck when I forgot to wash my hands after eating at that sketchy food truck."

clothing The art of wearing clothes, or the clothes themselves.  ■ "I'm sorry I can't go out tonight, my clothing is in the wash."

contaminate To make something dirty, impure or undesirable by coming into contact with it.  ■ John accidentally contaminated his sandwich by forgetting to wash his hands before handling it.

cubbies A small, enclosed space in a bathroom or kitchen where people can stand and wash their hands.  ■ "I need to use the cubbies to clean my hands before eating breakfast."

Dishes A collection of dishes used for serving food.  ■ I forgot to wash the dishes after dinner, and now my parents are going to kill me!

Duties A boring task or obligation that one must do every day.  ■ "I have to wash the dishes every night, but I always find it a duty rather than pleasure."

fell a sudden and inexplicable feeling of sadness or depression  ■ When I found out my favorite sandwich was discontinued, I immediately felt a wave of fell wash over me.

filler A substance used to fill in cracks or gaps.  ■ "I accidentally spilled a drop of paint on my shirt, but I just used some filler to cover it up until I could get home and wash it."

Reversible Something that can be easily reversed, turned back around, or undone.  ■ "I accidentally put toothpaste on my hair this morning. Thankfully, it was a completely reversible mistake - I just had to wash it out with shampoo!"

Shameful An act or behavior that is so embarrassing or disgraceful as to cause one to feel shame.  ■ "When I accidentally spilled red wine on my white shirt, I felt a wave of shamefulness wash over me."

Sink A large hole in the ground filled with water, used to wash dishes and other household items.  ■ "I accidentally dropped my phone into the sink while doing laundry. Now it's waterlogged and not working."

sobering A word that makes you realize how much your life sucks and how much more it could suck.  ■ "After hearing his friend's cancer diagnosis, John couldn't help but feel a sobering sense of reality wash over him."

visceral An intense, overwhelming feeling that involves the gut.  ■ When he saw the spider crawling on his face, he felt a visceral sense of horror wash over him.

vive A feeling of excitement and joy, often experienced when doing something you love.  ■ After finishing the last slice of pizza, John couldn't help but feel a vive of happiness wash over him.

allergy An exaggerated or unfounded reaction to something that is usually harmless, such as pollen or pet hair.  ■ When someone says they have a peanut allergy, what they really mean is that they don't like the taste of peanuts and are too lazy to wash their hands before eating them.

bereavement The act of making someone feel very sad by taking away something they really like or need. For example, when you take away their favorite sandwich.  ■ I accidentally dropped my phone into the toilet and felt a sense of bereavement wash over me as I realized it was gone forever.

cleanse To wash or purify one's body, mind, or spirit, often by removing impurities, toxins, or negative energy.  ■ After spending a week eating junk food, John decided it was time to cleanse his body with a detox diet. He drank nothing but lemon water and ate only raw vegetables for a whole month. At the end of the program, he felt lighter, more energized, and had lost 10 pounds!

conceited A person who has an overly high opinion of themselves, often to the point of arrogance or self-righteousness.  ■ John was so conceited that he didn't even bother to wash his own car - he just assumed everyone else would do it for him.

Contempt A feeling of extreme dislike or disapproval towards someone or something, often expressed through nonverbal cues such as rolling one's eyes or snorting.  ■ When the boss assigned the team the most tedious project and then took credit for their work, Jane couldn't help but feel a wave of contempt wash over her. She responded by sarcastically complimenting him on his excellent leadership skills.

hopelessness "The feeling of being completely and utterly defeated, with no hope of ever winning or succeeding in anything. It's the ultimate form of self-deprecation and is only truly appreciated by those who have been there."  ■ "I felt a wave of hopelessness wash over me when I realized I had to give my presentation to an empty room."

horrifying Something so frightening or disgusting as to be almost unbearable.  ■ "I accidentally left my phone in a public bathroom and the horrifying thought of all the germs that had accumulated there made me want to wash my hands for an hour!

Hygiene 1 The practice of keeping oneself clean and healthy, especially through regular bathing and grooming.  ■ I forgot my toothbrush at home and my mouth felt like a garbage disposal by the end of the day. I clearly need to work on my dental hygiene.; 2 a A sense of moral or ethical purity, often associated with religious beliefs or societal norms.  ■ I grew up in a very strict household where hygiene was paramount. My parents believed that if we didn't wash our hands before every meal, we were going to hell. It's no wonder I have OCD now.; b The act of pretending to be clean or healthy when in reality you are quite the opposite.  ■ I told my boss I was feeling great and had a lot of energy, but in reality I was dying of exhaustion. My lack of hygiene skills must have given me away. The study or principles of maintaining good health, including proper nutrition and exercise.  ■ I wanted to get in shape for my summer vacation, so I started a strict hygiene routine that included daily yoga and a diet of nothing but kale smoothies. Unfortunately, my friends started calling me "The Hygienic Nazi" because I was so obsessed with cleanliness.

hygienist A person who is extremely clean and takes great care of their personal hygiene. They often have a fanatical obsession with cleanliness.  ■ "I'm not sure why the hygienist got so upset when I didn't wash my hands before eating the peanuts. It's like they expect us to be germ-free all the time!"

Prevention The act of preventing something from happening, usually by taking proactive measures.  ■ "I always wash my hands before eating to prevent the spread of germs. But today, I forgot and ended up with a terrible case of food poisoning."

Relief A sudden and striking change in circumstances, often from bad to good or vice versa. It can also refer to the act of providing relief or comfort to someone.  ■ "I was feeling so stressed out, but after hearing my friend's joke, I felt a huge wave of relief wash over me!"

restrooms A humorous term for a place where people can wash their hands, use the toilet, and change their clothes.  ■ "I had to take a break in the restroom to fix my tie, but I accidentally locked myself inside and now I'm stuck with my pants down around my ankles."

scrub a vigorous rubbing or cleaning with a brush, sponge, or other implement to remove dirt, stains, or grease from a surface.  ■ She was so lazy that she let her car get really dirty and decided to scrub it with some baking soda and toothpaste instead of taking it to the car wash. It ended up looking worse than before!

scullery A place where dishes are washed and scrubbed, typically in a kitchen.  ■ "When the scullery was out of order, it was a real disaster for the family. They had to wash their hands with soap and water twice before they could cook dinner!"

semiautomatic An appliance or device that performs some of its tasks automatically, but still requires human intervention for certain functions.  ■ "The semiautomatic washing machine can wash and dry your clothes without any effort from you, except for loading and unloading them. But if you want your clothes to be perfectly folded, you'll need to intervene."

Smock A garment with long sleeves and a loose, baggy body, often worn by farmers or craftspeople.  ■ After accidentally spilling paint on his smock, the artist had to wear it for days until he could wash it out completely., A term used to describe someone who is overly cautious or risk-averse.  ■ "Don't be a smock," said the daredevil, encouraging his friend to take the leap of faith.

Snug A feeling of warmth, comfort, and happiness that comes from being in a cozy or snug situation.  ■ "I'm always cold at work, but when I put on my favorite sweater and sat by the fireplace, I felt a warm and snug feeling wash over me."

sublet The art of making someone else do your work for you, often through deception or manipulation.  ■ "I asked my sublet if they could wash the dishes, but they just gave me a dirty look and said 'No way, I'm not your personal maid.'

Terribly An adverb used to express dismay or disappointment in a hilariously exaggerated way.  ■ "I accidentally dropped my entire sandwich, and terribly, it landed on my new shirt. Oh well, I guess I'll just have to terribly wash it now."

terror A feeling of extreme fear or dread caused by the presence or imminence of danger.  ■ When I found out my boss was coming to my desk, I felt a wave of terror wash over me because I knew he would find out I've been slacking off.

washing The act of getting something clean by removing dirt and other impurities through the use of water, soap, or other cleaning agents.  ■ "I forgot to wash my hands after using the restroom, and now they're all covered in germs!", The act of engaging in sexual activity with someone while they are naked.  ■ "I heard that John washed his new girlfriend during their first date!"