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Meaning of ludicrous
The primary meaning of the word "ludicrous" is to describe something that is laughably foolish or absurd.
Etymology of ludicrous
The word "ludicrous" originates from the Latin "ludicrus," meaning "sportive" or "playful," which is derived from "ludus," meaning "play" or "game."
Historically, the term has been used to describe something that is amusing or entertaining, but also foolish or absurd, often in a way that is considered ridiculous or laughable.
Synonyms
absurd
preposterous
ridiculous
comical
laughable
amusing
humorous
farcical
ironic
incongruous
inconsistent
illogical
unreasonable
senseless
foolish
silly
harebrained
cockamamie
asinine
fatuous
inane
vacuous
mindless
brainless
witless
foolish
absurd
risible
cockamamy
Definitions
- Oxford Languages defines "ludicrous" as extremely foolish or absurd, and therefore laughable or ridiculous.
- * It can also describe something that is so unreasonable or impractical as to be almost inconceivable.
Usage Examples
- The idea that he could finish the project in one day was ludicrous.
- * The movie's plot was so ludicrous that it was hard to take seriously.
- * The comedian's jokes were hilarious, but some of them were a bit ludicrous.