farce: 1a. A light dramatic work in which highly improbable plot situations, exaggerated characters, and often slapstick elements are used for humorous effect. b. The branch of literature constituting such works. c. The broad or spirited humor characteristic of such works. 2. A ludicrous, empty show; a mockery: The fixed election was a farce. 3. A seasoned stuffing, as for roasted turkey.

futility: 1. The quality of having no useful result; uselessness. 2. Lack of importance or purpose; frivolousness. 3. A futile act.

AOY: 1. Legume 2. It really doesn't matter since first place is the only place that counts.

For those scoring at home: each subject; the poll, this thread, and who elgeneralisimo thinks should be AOY, were defined solely on their own merits...