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    Absurda (en. Absurd)

    /abˈsur.ða/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishSpanish
    adjective
    That which is illogical or contrary to reason.
    The argument presented was so absurd that no one could take it seriously.
    El argumento que presentó era tan absurdo que nadie pudo tomarlo en serio.
    That which is ridiculous or unfounded.
    The idea that the sky is green is absolutely absurd.
    La idea de que el cielo es de color verde es absolutamente absurda.
    That which provokes laughter due to its lack of sense.
    The behavior of the characters in the movie was so absurd that it made me laugh.
    El comportamiento de los personajes en la película era tan absurdo que me hizo reír.

    Etymology

    From Latin 'absurdus', which means 'contrary to reason'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    absurd and ridiculous
    It refers to something that is completely senseless.
    absurdo y ridículo
    this is absurd
    Expression used to highlight the illogical nature of a situation.
    esto es un absurdo

    Related Words

    absurdity
    Quality of being absurd.
    absurdidad
    reasonable
    That which makes sense or is logical.
    razonable

    Slang Meanings

    Silly or senseless thing.
    That plan you have is a total absurdity.
    Ese plan que tienes es un absurdo total.
    Ridiculous situation.
    It was absurd to have that discussion over such a trivial matter.
    Fue un absurdo tener esa discusión por un tema tan trivial.