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absurd

1 of 2adjective
/æb.ˈsɜrd/
Forms:more absurd,most absurd
1

so unreasonable or illogical that it provokes disbelief or laughter

C1
  • It's absurd to think that the Earth is flat in this day and age.
  • The notion that cats can fly is utterly absurd.
  • His explanation for being late was so absurd that no one believed him.
  • The comedian's jokes were so absurd that they had the audience in stitches.
  • The idea of a pineapple pizza might sound absurd to some, but it's actually quite popular.
2

having an illogical or unreasonable nature

  • Trying to find meaning in a completely chaotic and absurd universe can be challenging.
  • An absurd existence devoid of purpose or direction can feel empty.
  • The idea of an absurd universe, where nothing has meaning, challenged his beliefs.
  • The philosophy suggested that life is inherently absurd and without purpose.
  • He felt like he was living an absurd existence, caught in a cycle of pointless tasks.