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preposterous

1 of 1adjective
/priˈpɑstərəs/
Forms:more preposterous,most preposterous
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absurd and contrary to common sense

  • The idea that elephants can fly is preposterous and defies all known laws of physics.
  • His claim that he could speak to aliens from outer space was dismissed as preposterous by scientists.
  • Her assertion that she had traveled back in time to the Middle Ages was deemed preposterous by historians.
  • The notion that the moon landing was staged on a Hollywood soundstage is preposterous and lacks any evidence.
  • The suggestion that eating chocolate could make you immune to all diseases is preposterous and medically unfounded.