absurd
Pronunciation
Adjective
B1 Intermediate
Quick answer
So unreasonable or illogical that it seems ridiculous.
Synonyms and antonyms
Synonyms
ridiculous
ludicrous
Antonyms
Usage notes
"Absurd" is often used for emphasis in everyday speech, even for situations that are merely inconvenient rather than truly illogical.
Test yourself
Which word fits the gap? "It felt _____ to apologize for something that wasn't even her fault."
Answer: absurd
In your own words, what does "absurd" mean?
So unreasonable or illogical that it seems ridiculous.
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