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- [ab-surd, -zurd]
- /æbˈsɜrd, -ˈzɜrd/
- /əbˈsɜːdnəs /
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- US Pronunciation
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- [ab-surd, -zurd]
- /æbˈsɜrd, -ˈzɜrd/
Definitions of absurdness word
- adjective absurdness utterly or obviously senseless, illogical, or untrue; contrary to all reason or common sense; laughably foolish or false: an absurd explanation. 1
- noun absurdness the quality or condition of existing in a meaningless and irrational world. 1
- noun absurdness (rare) The quality of being absurd; absurdity. (First attested in the mid 16th century.). 1
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Origin of absurdness
First appearance:
before 1550 One of the 31% oldest English words
First recorded in 1550-60, absurd is from the Latin word absurdus out of tune, uncouth, ridiculous. See ab-, surd
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Parts of speech for Absurdness
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adjective
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preposition
conjunction
determiner
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absurdness popularity
A common word. It’s meaning is known to most children of preschool age. About 91% of English native speakers know the meaning and use the word.
According to our data most of word are more popular. This word is almost not used. It has a much more popular synonym.
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This diagram is provided by Google Ngram ViewerSynonyms for absurdness
noun absurdness
- irrationality — the quality or condition of being irrational.
- silliness — weak-minded or lacking good sense; stupid or foolish: a silly writer.
- craziness — mentally deranged; demented; insane.
- lunacy — insanity; mental disorder.
- bunk — A bunk is a bed that is fixed to a wall, especially in a ship or caravan.
Antonyms for absurdness
noun absurdness
- wisdom — the quality or state of being wise; knowledge of what is true or right coupled with just judgment as to action; sagacity, discernment, or insight.
- circumspection — Circumspection is cautious behaviour and a refusal to take risks.
- thoughtfulness — showing consideration for others; considerate.
- sense — any of the faculties, as sight, hearing, smell, taste, or touch, by which humans and animals perceive stimuli originating from outside or inside the body: My sense of smell tells me that dinner is ready.
- judgment — an act or instance of judging.
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