Meaning & Definition of word "Ridiculously"

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    Ridiculously

    /rɪˈdɪk.jə.ləs.li/

    adverb:

    • 1. In a manner that is absurdly or laughably unreasonable or incongruous.
      • Example: The prices for tickets to that concert are ridiculously high.
    • 2. To an extreme or excessive degree.
      • Example: She was ridiculously talented at playing the piano.
    • 3. In a way that evokes laughter or scorn.
      • Example: His excuse for being late was ridiculously funny.
    • 4. In a way that is worthy of ridicule.
      • Example: They made a ridiculously bold claim about their product.

    Etymology

    From the word 'ridiculous', combined with the suffix '-ly' to form an adverb.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    ridiculously expensive:

    So expensive that it is laughable or absurd.

    ridiculously funny:

    So funny that it provokes strong laughter.

    ridiculously hard:

    Exceedingly difficult in a way that is unreasonable.

    Related Words

    ridiculous:

    Deserving or inviting derision or mockery; absurd.

    ridicule:

    The subjection of someone or something to contemptuous and dismissive language or behavior.

    Slang Meanings of ridiculously

    Meaning: Laughably outrageous.

    Example Sentence: That costume is ridiculous, but in a fun way!

    Meaning: Unbelievably extreme.

    Example Sentence: He just pulled off a ridiculously awesome stunt!