Meaning & Definition of word "Preposterous"

Preposterous

/prɪˈpɒstərəs/

1. contrary to reason or common sense; utterly absurd or ridiculous.
- Example: The idea that aliens built the pyramids is preposterous.
2. extremely foolish or unreasonable.
- Example: His preposterous claims about being a time traveler were quickly dismissed.
3. having no real meaning; nonsensical.
- Example: The committee rejected the preposterous proposal that suggested we should work only three days a week.
4. beyond the bounds of propriety or good taste.
- Example: It’s preposterous to think that anyone would consider such a rude comment acceptable at a formal event.

●Late Latin 'praeposterus' meaning 'placed in reverse order'.

a preposterous claim:

an assertion that is extremely absurd or ridiculous.

preposterous notion:

an idea that defies reason or logic.

absurd:

inconsistent with reason or logic.

ridiculous:

deserving or inviting derision or mockery; absurd.

ludicrous:

so foolish, unreasonable, or out of place as to be amusing.

Meaning: wacky

● Example Sentence: That suggestion is just wacky and preposterous.

Meaning: crazy talk

● Example Sentence: What you just said is crazy talk, totally preposterous.