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PREPOSTEROUS

(adj.sat, adj.)

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There are 2 meanings of the word Preposterous.

How to pronounce preposterous:

US

Preposterous - as an adjective satellite

So unreasonable as to invite derision

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

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
absurd9cockeyed20derisory12idiotic10laughable15ludicrous12nonsensical13ridiculous13

Preposterous - as an adjective

Absurd, or contrary to common sense.

Example Sentences

"It is preposterous to think that unicorns exist."
"The idea of flying to the moon with homemade rockets is preposterous."
"Her claims about being able to bend spoons with her mind are simply preposterous."
"The notion that the world is flat is preposterous."
"The politician's proposal to ban all forms of social media is preposterous."
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Word Game Points

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

PREPOSTEROUS has a SCRABBLE points total of 16.

Is PREPOSTEROUS a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, preposterous is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
PREPOSTEROUS has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 19.

Is PREPOSTEROUS a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, preposterous is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
PREPOSTEROUS has a WORDFEUD points total of 19.

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