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ABSURD

(noun, adj.sat, adj.)

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There are 7 meanings of the word Absurd.

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Absurd - as a noun

A situation in which life seems irrational and meaningless

Example: "The absurd is the essential concept and the first truth"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
the absurd

Absurd - as an adjective satellite

Inconsistent with reason or logic or common sense

Example: "The absurd predicament of seeming to argue that virtue is highly desirable but intensely unpleasant"

So unreasonable as to invite derision

Example: "The absurd excuse that the dog ate his homework"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
cockeyed20derisory12idiotic10laughable15ludicrous12nonsensical13preposterous16ridiculous13

Absurd - as an adjective

Contrary to reason or propriety; obviously and flatly opposed to manifest truth; inconsistent with the plain dictates of common sense; logically contradictory; nonsensical; ridiculous; silly.

Inharmonious; dissonant.

Having no rational or orderly relationship to people's lives; meaningless; lacking order or value.

Dealing with absurdism.

Example Sentences

"The idea of a flying pig is absurd."
"It's absurd to think that aliens exist."
"His claims were absurd and unfounded."
"The absurd plot of the movie left the audience confused."
"It's absurd to think that money can buy happiness."
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Word Game Points

Is ABSURD a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, absurd is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

ABSURD has a SCRABBLE points total of 9.

Is ABSURD a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, absurd is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
ABSURD has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 11.

Is ABSURD a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, absurd is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
ABSURD has a WORDFEUD points total of 11.

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