Meaning & Definition of Preposterous in English
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Preposterous
Pronunciation:
/prɪˈpɒstərəs/Part of Speech:
adjectiveMeaning and Definition of Preposterous
1. Primary Definition
completely ridiculous; contrived and out of proportion.
2. Detailed Definitions
Definition: Contrary to reason or common sense; utterly absurd or ridiculous.
Example Sentence: The idea that the Earth is flat is preposterous.
Definition: Situations or remarks that are extremely unreasonable or illogical.
Example Sentence: He made preposterous claims about his abilities.
Definition: Describing something that is unbelievable or outrageous in nature.
Example Sentence: The preposterous cost of the event surprised everyone.
Etymology
Origin: Late Latin 'praeposterus' meaning 'placed in reverse order'.
Synonyms
absurd | ridiculous | ludicrous | foolish | nonsensical
Common Phrases and Expressions
- a preposterous claim: an assertion that is extremely absurd or ridiculous.
- preposterous notion: an idea that defies reason or logic.
Translations
- Spanish: absurdo
- French: absurde
- German: absurd
- Russian: абсурдный
Related Words
- 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.
Slang Meanings of preposterous
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.