English Dictionary (Humor) beta

Asking The act of making a request or inquiry, usually with a hint of desperation.  ■ "I'm asking, how did you manage to finish that entire pizza by yourself?"

Cheerleading The act of enthusiastically encouraging and supporting a team or group, usually through the use of chants, songs, and gestures.  ■ "I'm not good at cheerleading, I'm more of a 'go cheer yourself on' kind of person."

cherub A small, adorable angel-like creature with wings and a halo, often depicted in art and literature.  ■ "I'm sorry, but I can't take you seriously if you keep referring to yourself as a 'cherub.' You're just not that cute."

coca A highly addictive plant used to produce cocaine, a powerful and dangerous drug.  ■ You may be addicted to coca if you find yourself constantly craving for it and neglecting other responsibilities in your life.

Disbelief A state of being unable or unwilling to accept something as true, often due to its implausibility or incongruity.  ■ "I can't believe you actually ate that entire pizza by yourself!"

facilitate To make something easier or more convenient for someone else, usually by doing the hard work yourself.  ■ "I'll just facilitate this meeting by making coffee and taking notes."

garages A place where cars are parked and maintained, typically in a residential area.  ■ The garage is the perfect place to keep your car safe and organized. Just make sure you don't accidentally lock yourself inside!

Huh A noncommittal or inquiring expression used to express surprise, confusion, or disbelief.  ■ "I can't believe you ate an entire pizza by yourself." "Huh? That's not possible!"

imagine To create a mental picture of something that isn't real, often with humorous or exaggerated results.  ■ If you imagine yourself as the hero in your favorite movie, you might become even more confident and charming.

Influences A group of people who make you feel bad about yourself, even when you're doing great.  ■ "My in-laws are a constant source of influence for me. I can never do anything right in their eyes."

LAM An acronym for "Laughing Around Me."  ■ "I'm sorry, I can't hear you over the lam. Can you repeat yourself?"

noggin A small, round object used to hold or store liquids, typically beer.  ■ "I can't believe you drank the whole noggin of beer by yourself!"

Possible Something that could happen but is not guaranteed to do so.  ■ "I'm telling you, it's possible to win the lottery if you just believe in yourself and buy a ticket."

Prepare To mentally and physically ready yourself for something, often by gathering necessary information or taking steps to ensure success.  ■ "I'm preparing for the marathon by training every day and eating lots of healthy food."

Refuse The act of rejecting or declining something, often with a sense of superiority or condescension.  ■ "I refuse to eat that moldy sandwich. You should be ashamed of yourself for offering it to me."

rifle A long-barreled firearm that is used for hunting or target shooting.  ■ "I can't believe you accidentally shot yourself in the foot with your own rifle! That's not even funny!"

sausage A long, cylindrical piece of meat that is usually made from pork and is typically served in a sandwich or as part of a breakfast dish.  ■ "I can't believe you ate an entire sausage by yourself. That's impressive!

scrunch The act of making something or oneself smaller by squeezing it or yourself.  ■ After finishing her sandwich, Emily scrunch up her nose in disgust at the taste.

sheer A feeling of utter disbelief or astonishment.  ■ "I can't believe you just ate an entire pizza by yourself, that's sheer madness!"

Sign A symbol or mark that represents something, often used to indicate a direction or location.  ■ "Follow the sign that says 'Disneyland this way' and you'll find yourself in a world of fun!

stared To stare at someone or something with a blank and unblinking expression, often used to convey disapproval or sarcasm.  ■ "I can't believe you actually ate that entire pizza by yourself," said John, staring at me in disgust.

syndicated adjective  ■ To be syndicated is to be so universally loved that you have multiple copies of yourself in different places.

Tart A person who is excessively harsh or critical, often in a humorous way.  ■ "I can't believe you ate that whole pizza by yourself. You're such a tart!

Touches Something that is so funny, it makes you want to touch yourself.  ■ After hearing her friend's joke, she couldn't help but touch herself with laughter.

unbelievable An adjective used to describe something that is so hard to believe it's almost impossible. It can be used to express disbelief or skepticism about something.  ■ "I can't believe you just ate a whole pizza by yourself!"

aunts Noun: A female relative who is older than your mother but younger than your grandmother, and who may or may not be married.  ■ "I love spending time with my aunts at family gatherings. They always have the most interesting stories to tell!, Verb: To annoy someone intentionally, usually by constantly repeating yourself or making a loud noise.  ■ "He kept trying to aunts me with his terrible jokes, but I couldn't help laughing.

Conditioner A device used to condition hair. It also conditions people to do certain things, like always carry a water bottle or eat their vegetables.  ■ "I'm a huge fan of the 'conditioner for your hair' kind of conditioning. But don't forget to condition yourself to exercise regularly too!"

Coriander A leafy green herb with a pungent flavor that is often used in cooking and medicine. It is also known as cilantro.  ■ If you want to add some spice to your dishes, make sure you have some coriander on hand. Just don't use too much, or you might find yourself with a case of the "cori-indigestion"!

Correcting To make someone else's mistakes your own, in order to avoid making the same mistake yourself.  ■ I was going to correct my friend's paper, but then I realized that we were both getting the same question wrong. It turns out that he had just copied my work!

echo A sound that is produced by the reflection of a previous sound wave. It can be used to communicate with others, or to simply make yourself laugh.  ■ Why did the tomato turn red? Because it saw the salad dressing and blushed!

falling The act of unintentionally dropping something or yourself from an elevated position, typically due to lack of attention or poor coordination.  ■ "I was just falling asleep when my alarm went off. I guess you could say I'm a master at falling in love too."

fasting The act of not eating or drinking for an extended period of time, often as a form of religious or spiritual practice. A way to make yourself feel guilty about indulging in your favorite food later on.  ■ I was fasting for Lent, but I couldn't resist the temptation of pizza after my workout. "Oh no, I just ate a huge bowl of ice cream and now I'm too full to eat dinner. Guess I should have started fasting earlier."

god The being at the center of worship, reverence, and devotion. Often portrayed with supernatural powers and a long white beard.  ■ "I told the universe that I was tired of its endless cycles of birth and death, but God just laughed and said 'My dear child, if you want to change the world, you first need to change yourself.'

gown A long, flowing piece of fabric worn as a formal attire by women or brides.  ■ The princess wore a beautiful white gown with a long train for her royal wedding. A garment worn by men as formal attire, usually with pants.  ■ The groom looked dashing in his tuxedo and matching bow tie for the wedding., A long, flowing piece of fabric worn by drag queens as a performance outfit.  ■ "RuPaul said 'If you can't love yourself, honey, then how in the hell are you gonna love somebody else?' and she sashayed down the runway in her fabulous gown.", A long, flowing piece of fabric worn by superheroes as a disguise.  ■ "Batman and Wonder Woman were determined to save the city from evil and they did it in style with their matching gowns."

Homemade Made at home by yourself or a family member, often using ingredients that are fresh and natural.  ■ "I love eating homemade pizza made with fresh tomatoes and mozzarella cheese. It's so much better than anything you can buy at the store."

Insights The sudden realization that something which you had previously assumed was true is actually completely false, followed by a period of intense self-reflection during which you realize that everything you thought you knew about yourself and the world around you was incorrect.  ■ "I used to think I was good at cooking, but after trying to make dinner for my friends last night, I realized that I had been kidding myself. Turns out, I burn everything and have no idea what I'm doing in the kitchen."

Jaywalking The act of crossing a street outside of a designated crosswalk, while being completely oblivious to the fact that you are putting yourself and others in danger.  ■ "I love jaywalking! It's so thrilling to risk my life and the lives of everyone else on the street for the sake of getting to the other side faster."

Lunchtime The period between noon and two o'clock, during which many people take a break from work to eat a meal.  ■ "It's lunchtime, y'all! Time to hit the buffet and fill up on all the good stuff. But be careful not to overindulge, or you might find yourself in a food coma for the rest of the day!"

paperback A thin book made of paper, bound between two covers.  ■ "I love reading paperbacks because they're so light and easy to carry."; An old, used book that has been rebound in a new cover.  ■ "I found this hilarious paperback at the thrift store - it's a classic!"; A person who is easily swayed or influenced by others, often to the point of being foolish or weak.  ■ "Don't be a paperback - stand up for yourself and make your own decisions."

Reassuring A word used to describe something that is comforting and calming, often in a way that makes you feel better about yourself.  ■ "I'm so glad my boss gave me a reassuring pat on the back after I screwed up. It made me feel like I could do anything!"

Resumes A list of accomplishments and qualifications that a person presents to potential employers, often accompanied by cover letters.  ■ "I know I don't have much experience, but my resumes are just filled with lies and exaggerations anyway. It's all about making yourself look good."

Soccer The sport of kicking a leather ball into the opposing team's goal while trying not to get kicked yourself.  ■ "I can't believe I scored the winning goal with my shin! Soccer is the only sport where you have to be a professional at getting injured."

Swims A sport where you try to make yourself look like a fish by splashing water on your face and flailing your arms around wildly.  ■ When I saw my friend trying to swim, I couldn't help but burst out laughing at how ridiculous they looked. It was like watching a clumsy walrus attempting to do the tango.

taffeta A lightweight, often gaily colored fabric made from cotton or silk.  ■The bride's wedding dress was made of taffeta, giving her a regal appearance on the big day., A term used to describe someone who is overly fussy or particular about their appearance.  ■Don't be such a taffeta, just relax and enjoy yourself at the party!

taunt A witty, humorous comment or action intended to provoke a reaction from someone who is being teased.  ■ "I'm sorry if my jokes are too good for you, but you need to get over yourself and learn how to take a joke."

Vineyards A place where grapes are grown and turned into wine. However, be careful not to trip on any of the vines or you might find yourself in a bit of a pickle.  ■ I went to a vineyard once and ended up getting drunk on my own grape juice. It was quite the bacchanalian adventure!

yourselves The plural form of "yourself", used to refer to a group of people who are collectively referred to as "you". This word is often used in situations where there are multiple people involved and the speaker wants to address them all at once.  ■ "If you yourselves don't start doing something, it won't get done."