Disparates (en. Nonsense)

/dis.pa.ʁat.es/

Meaning & Definition

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noun
Actions or assertions that lack meaning or logic.
The absurd things he said in the meeting surprised everyone.
Los disparates que dijo en la reunión sorprendieron a todos.
Ridiculous or extravagant things that should not be taken seriously.
Don't pay attention to his absurdities, he is joking.
No le hagas caso a sus disparates, está bromeando.
Absurd ideas or comments that cause laughter or disbelief.
The absurdities in the movie made it very funny.
Los disparates de la película la hicieron muy divertida.

Etymology

It comes from the verb 'disparatar,' which means to say or do something absurd.

Common Phrases and Expressions

to do absurd things
To commit acts or sayings that are absurd.
hacer disparates
absurdities and whims
Sayings or actions that are funny due to their lack of logic.
disparates y ocurrencias
don't say absurd things
To avoid saying meaningless or absurd things.
no decir disparates

Related Words

disparate
An absurd or unreasonable saying or action.
disparate
disparatar
To act in an absurd or mistaken manner.
disparatar
desvarío
A saying or behavior that strays from reality.
desvarío

Slang Meanings

Absurd or nonsensical things said in a humorous tone.
What you said was absurd.
Eso que dijiste fue un disparate.
Extravagant activities or behaviors.
That party was a total absurdity.
Esa fiesta fue un disparate total.