English Dictionary (Humor) beta

alternate To switch between two options, but never actually make a decision.  ■ "I can't decide whether to go to the beach or the mountains, so I alternate every week."

ambivalent Having mixed feelings or opinions about something.  ■ "I'm ambivalent about whether to have pizza for dinner tonight or just order in some sushi."

atomic A particle so small that it cannot be further divided into smaller parts.  ■ "I had an atomic argument with my spouse last night over whether to eat pizza or pasta for dinner."

book A collection of pages bound together for reading.  ■ "I can't decide whether to read the novel or the cookbook. Guess which one I picked up at the library?"

conflicted Feeling torn between two opposing beliefs or desires, often resulting in internal turmoil.  ■ "I'm conflicted about whether to eat the last slice of pizza or share it with my roommate."

councilors A group of people who give advice and make decisions, often to a government or organization.  ■ "The councilors had a heated debate over whether to allow smoking in the park."

debatable Adjective describing something that can be argued or disputed.  ■ "Is it debatable whether pineapple belongs on pizza? Well, that's a topic for another time."

divisional A group of people who are extremely divided on an issue.  ■ "The divisional committee couldn't agree on whether to use paper clips or staplers, they were so divided."

evaluate To determine the value or worth of something, especially by comparing it with others.  ■ "I need to evaluate whether this new job opportunity is worth leaving my current one."

fractions Small pieces of something, often used to make up a whole.  ■ "I can't decide whether I want pizza or pasta for dinner tonight. Maybe I should just order both and have a big fraction of each."

Gunmen A group of people who use guns to accomplish their goals, whether it's robbing a bank or taking out an enemy.  ■ "The gunmen stormed the bank and demanded that the teller hand over all the cash."

Hamlet A character in William Shakespeare's play who is often depicted as brooding, contemplative, and indecisive.  ■ "I can't decide whether to go to the party or not, I feel like I'm in a Hamlet soliloquy.

lac A type of milk produced by cows.  ■ She couldn't decide whether to have a cup of coffee or a glass of milk. In the end, she went with the classic "I'll have a latte, please."

midwestern A person or thing from the Midwest region of the United States, characterized by a blend of country and city influences.  ■ "I'm so midwestern, I can't decide whether to eat pizza or hot dogs for dinner."

Mulling To be confused and slightly annoyed by something.  ■ "I'm mulling over whether to buy that new pair of shoes, but I think I might just stick with my old ones for now."

multimedia A term used to describe any content that combines multiple forms of media, such as text, images, audio, and video.  ■ "I can't decide whether I prefer the multimedia presentation with live actors or the one with animations."

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."

Neither An expression used to indicate that something is not one thing but also not the opposite of that thing.  ■ "I can't decide whether I want pizza or pasta, so I'll just have neither."

Nonissue A matter that is so insignificant or unimportant that it hardly even deserves to be mentioned.  ■ "The argument about whether pizza is better with pineapple or not is a complete nonissue. We'll just agree to disagree."

pinheads A term used to describe people who are overly concerned with trivial details and lack common sense.  ■ "I can't believe those pinheads spent three hours debating whether to use a comma or an apostrophe in that email."

range A wide variety of options or possibilities, especially when it comes to choosing between two things.  ■ "I'm trying to decide whether I want a pizza with pineapple and ham or just plain cheese. It's such a tough choice!

Referendum A vote on a particular issue or question. But also a way to avoid making decisions.  ■ "I'm sorry, but I can't decide whether to eat pizza or tacos. Can you help me with this referendum?"

renting The act of leasing something for a fee, usually on a temporary basis.  ■ "I can't decide whether I want to rent a convertible sports car or a clown mobile for my friend's birthday party."

Thermometer A device used to measure temperature, especially in order to determine whether it is hot or cold.  ■ "I checked the thermometer and realized I was too hot to be wearing my wool sweater."

Undecided An individual or thing that is unable to make a decision.  ■ "I'm still undecided on whether to order pizza or sushi for dinner tonight."

vary To be different or inconsistent in some way.  ■ I can't decide whether to have pizza or sushi for dinner tonight - they both vary so much!

weighing A humorous term for the act of thinking very hard about something, often to avoid making a decision.  ■ "I'm still weighing whether or not I want to go to that concert tonight."

wobble To sway or waver unsteadily, often with uncertainty or indecision.  ■ "I couldn't decide whether to eat pizza or tacos, so I ended up wobbling between both choices."

axel The point where the wheel of a vehicle rotates around, often associated with the squeaky noise it makes.  ■ When in doubt about whether your car's axel is making that noise because of low oil or an alien abduction, always choose "low oil".

committee A group of people who are too lazy to make a decision, so they form a committee.  ■ The town council decided to form a committee to decide whether or not to build a new library. Six months later, the committee had still not reached a decision and had instead spent all their time arguing about what type of coffee machine to buy for the break room.

committing Act of openly and deliberately engaging in something that is considered taboo, illegal or socially unacceptable.  ■ After a long debate on whether it was morally right, the group decided to commit to a life of crime by robbing a bank.

Conflict A situation where two or more people or groups have opposing ideas, interests, or needs, resulting in tension and often violence.  ■ "John and Sarah couldn't agree on whether to watch a movie or go out for pizza, and their disagreement escalated into a full-blown conflict that left them both with indigestion."

Consider A word used to indicate that you are thinking very hard about something, especially something that may be difficult or complicated.  ■ "I'm considering whether I should eat the entire pizza by myself, but it looks too good to share."

Coy An adjective used to describe someone or something that is shy, playful, or teasing. Often used to refer to a person who is flirtatious or coyly suggestive.  ■ "She was so coy, I didn't know whether to be impressed or annoyed."

Crossroads A place where two or more roads intersect, often used as a metaphor for a difficult decision or turning point in life.  ■ "I stood at the crossroads of my life and had to decide whether to take the road less traveled or stay on the familiar path. In the end, I chose the former and have never regretted it!

Crux noun  ■The point or issue at which a decision must be made, typically involving difficult or controversial choices.,  ■ After much debate, the team finally reached a crux in their project: whether to continue with the current design or start from scratch.

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."

Embroiled Involved in a complicated or messy situation, often involving conflicting parties or interests.  ■ "I accidentally spilled coffee on my shirt and now I'm embroiled in a heated debate with the dry cleaner about whether they can remove the stain."

Healers A group of people who have the ability to heal any physical or mental ailment, including heartbreak and hangovers.  ■ "I don't know how they do it, but healers always seem to have a solution for whatever ails me. Whether I have a headache or a broken heart, they've got me covered."

hesitate To be unable to make a decision, often due to fear of making the wrong choice.  ■ "I hesitated for a moment before deciding whether to eat the jellyfish or not. In hindsight, I should have just heaved and gotten it over with."

hesitated To be unable to make a decision due to indecisiveness or fear of making the wrong choice.  ■ "I couldn't decide whether to order pizza or sushi, so I ended up getting neither and just eating a sad salad at home."

hesitating A person or thing that is reluctant to act or make a decision due to uncertainty, doubt, or fear.  ■ "John was hesitating whether he should buy the new video game or not. He eventually decided to flip a coin and whatever side it landed on, he would buy that game."

Impressionable A person who is easily influenced by others, especially by their ideas or actions.  ■ "John was so impressionable that he adopted every trendy fashion fad he saw on social media without even thinking about whether they suited his personality or budget."

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.

inspiring Something that makes you feel like doing something amazing, but you're not sure where to start.  ■ I was inspired by the sight of a majestic rainbow, but I couldn't decide whether to start painting or writing poetry. In the end, I settled on both.

Investigation The act of looking into something in a humorous and exaggerated manner, often with the intention of causing amusement or confusion.  ■ "I had to conduct an investigation to determine whether my coworker was stealing my snacks. After several hours of snooping, I found nothing but a pile of empty wrappers and a note that read 'No snacks for you!'"

Measures A way of measuring the amount of something, often used to determine whether a task is complete.  ■ I finished painting the house before I realized I needed more measures for the paint., A system of units used to express quantities such as time, distance, and weight.  ■ "Inches" and "centimeters" are two different measures of length.

Organization An extremely chaotic and disorganized group of people who are constantly bickering and fighting over trivial matters.  ■ "I can't believe the members of this organization are still arguing over whether to order pizza or tacos for lunch. It's clear that they have no sense of organization whatsoever."

Parties A gathering of people for the purpose of socializing, dancing, and drinking.  ■ "I always make sure to bring my 'A' game to every party, whether it's a dance off or a game of beer pong. After all, I want to leave a lasting impression on everyone!"