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The joke was funny because it was nonsensical.
What does Nonsensical mean?
Nonsensical means not making sense.
Dictionary definition
Not making sense; silly, confused, or unreasonable.
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A nonsensical answer does not match the question.
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Writers may use nonsensical details on purpose to create humor or show confusion.
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Which word or phrase is closest in meaning to nonsensical?
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Nonsensical
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non · sen · sih · kul · strongest beat: sen
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WordNonsensical.
Partadjective.
MeaningNonsensical means not making sense.
ExampleExample: The joke was funny because it was nonsensical.
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- Syllables
- non · sen · sih · kul
- Strongest beat
- sen
- Ending
- kul
- Tip
- Put a little extra energy on sen.
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nonsensical
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nonsense
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