absurdity

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An absurdity is when something seems completely unreasonable or ridiculous, often because it doesn't make sense.

In everyday conversations, people use "absurdity" to describe situations that feel silly or illogical. For example, if someone proposes a plan to solve a problem by doing the exact opposite of what's needed, you might say it's absurd. You could also call something absurd if it's just plain silly – like trying to wear high heels on a rocky hiking trail! The word is often used when someone wants to poke fun at an idea or situation that seems crazy. It's not always used in a mean-spirited way, but rather as a playful way to highlight the ridiculousness of something.

How common is "absurdity"?

Word absurdity is considered rare in modern English.
It has a balanced usage among all categories: speech, fiction, newspapers and academic texts.
Definitions

noun

  • (countable) That which is absurd; an absurd action; a logical contradiction.

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Real examples of "absurdity" in context

Bob Odenkirk Has a Fire in His Belly While Eating Spicy Wings | Hot Ones

Bob Odenkirk Has a Fire in His Belly While Eating Spicy Wings | Hot Ones

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And then you've got Terry Gilliam's Absurdity, which kind of takes you a step back and makes you go like, come on, it's just cartoons, it's nothing.

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