Synonyms for

Absurdities

Verb / ʌˈbsɜ:dʌti:z / Another word for absurdities — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

The quality or state of being ridiculous or wildly unreasonable.

Synonyms & similar words

absurdness fatuousness ridiculousness absurdity silliness fatuity nonsense foolishness ridiculousness stupidity absurdness preposterousness irrationality unreasonableness madness insanity ludicrousness folly silliness idiocy craziness inanity farcicality humor comedy joke

Example sentences

  1. The idea that dogs can fly is one of the absurdities in the story.
  2. The comedian's jokes were filled with absurdities that made the audience laugh.
  3. The movie was filled with absurdities that made it hard to take seriously.
  4. The politician's proposal was met with absurdities from the opposing party.
  5. The novel was filled with absurdities that made the reader question the author's sanity.

Quotes

  • The whole thing was absurd, and I felt like I was living in some kind of surreal dream.
  • The absurdities of life never cease to amaze me.
  • Sometimes the absurdities of life are what make it worth living.

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