ludicrous — so foolish, unreasonable, or out of place as to be amusing
Part of speech: ADJECTIVE
Definition: so foolish, unreasonable, or out of place as to be amusing
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈluːdɪkrəs/
Example Sentences
- It's ludicrous to think that cats can use smartphones better than humans.
- The price they're asking for that tiny apartment is ludicrous.
- His ludicrous attempt to impress the boss by wearing a superhero costume to work backfired spectacularly.
ludicrous
ADJECTIVE[/ˈluːdɪkrəs/]
so foolish, unreasonable, or out of place as to be amusing
A knight in full armor attempts a ludicrous juggling act on a high-wheeled bicycle.
Ludicrous yet ridiculous — somehow meticulous in its madness.
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🌳Etymology
Origin
From Latin 'ludicrus' meaning 'of or pertaining to play or sport,' derived from 'ludus' meaning 'play, game, sport.' The word entered English in the early 17th century to describe something so absurd or laughable as to be amusing.
Breakdown
ludic- (from Latin ludus: play, game) + -rous (suffix meaning 'full of, characterized by') = ludicrous (full of playfulness/absurdity)
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📝Examples
“It's ludicrous to think that cats can use smartphones better than humans.”
“The price they're asking for that tiny apartment is ludicrous.”
“His ludicrous attempt to impress the boss by wearing a superhero costume to work backfired spectacularly.”
“The politician's ludicrous promises included building a bridge to the moon.”
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