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Absurd
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Simple meaning
What does Absurd mean?
Absurd means silly or unreasonable.
Dictionary definition
So silly, unreasonable, or strange that it does not make sense.
Example sentences
Absurd in a sentence
easy
The absurd joke made everyone laugh.
medium
It seemed absurd to wear snow boots on a hot summer day.
hard
The character's absurd plan failed because it ignored every obvious problem.
Synonyms
Words like Absurd
ridiculousUse when something seems silly or unreasonable.
nonsensicalUse when something does not make sense.
Antonyms
Opposite words
reasonableUse when something makes sense.
sensibleUse when something shows good judgment.
Word family
Absurd word family
Base word
absurd
adverb
absurdly
In a silly or unreasonable way.
noun
absurdity
Something silly, unreasonable, or nonsensical.
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Practice 1
What does absurd mean?
Absurd describes something so silly, strange, or unreasonable that it does not make sense.
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