26984 words

absurd

3 definitions • 7 examples
1
stupid and unreasonable, or silly in a humorous way:

Examples:

What an absurd thing to say!
Don't be so absurd! Of course I want you to come.
It's an absurd situation - neither of them will talk to the other.
Do I look absurd in this hat?
2
things that happen that are stupid or unreasonable:

Examples:

The whole situation borders on the absurd.
She has a keen sense of the absurd.
3

Examples:

[ + to infinitive ] It is absurd for the council to cut taxes without proposing another way to raise money.

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