ridiculous

[ɹiːˈdɪkjʊləs]

[ɹɪˈdɪkləs]

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Ridiculous is a word used to describe something that's extremely silly or absurd.

Think of times when you've seen or heard something so over-the-top or silly that it made you laugh. That's ridiculous! You might use this word in conversation with friends, like "This movie trailer is ridiculous - the action scenes are so crazy!" or "I just saw a video of someone doing a ridiculous dance on social media."

How common is "ridiculous"?

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

Definitions

adjective

Deserving of ridicule; foolish; absurd.
Example: It's ridiculous to charge so much for a little souvenir.
Astonishing; unbelievable.
Example: Gaines is a classic motor player with a low center of gravity and ridiculous strength.

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Real examples of "ridiculous" in context

John Cena | The Tonight Show With Jimmy Fallon

Interview

ridiculousness ensues.

8:10

Box of Lies with John Cena

Interview

That's ridiculous.

1:47

Elizabeth Olsen Feels Brave While Eating Spicy Wings | Hot Ones

Interview

The understanding of the ridiculous amount of money that goes into things and that people should really care and be kind and good in those situations.

3:45