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ridiculous - Dictionary definition and meaning for word
ridiculous
Definition
(adj) inspiring scornful pity
Synonyms
:
pathetic
,
silly
Example Sentence
how silly an ardent and unsuccessful wooer can be especially if he is getting on in years
Definition
(adj) incongruous;inviting ridicule
Synonyms
:
absurd
,
cockeyed
,
derisory
,
idiotic
,
laughable
,
ludicrous
,
nonsensical
,
preposterous
Example Sentence
the absurd excuse that the dog ate his homework
that's a cockeyed idea
ask a nonsensical question and get a nonsensical answer
a contribution so small as to be laughable
it is ludicrous to call a cottage a mansion
a preposterous attempt to turn back the pages of history
her conceited assumption of universal interest in her rather dull children was ridiculous
Definition
(adj) broadly or extravagantly humorous; resembling farce
Synonyms
:
farcical
,
ludicrous
Example Sentence
the wild farcical exuberance of a clown
ludicrous green hair
Word used in video below:
text: That's ridiculous.
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