Synonyms for
Ridiculous
Definition
causing laughter or amusement; absurd
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Common collocations
- ridiculous claim
- ridiculous price
- ridiculous idea
- ridiculous situation
- ridiculous amount
- ridiculous behavior
- utterly ridiculous
Word family
noun ridiculousness
adverb ridiculously
Usage note
Often used to express strong disapproval or disbelief. Can sometimes be used humorously, but generally carries a negative connotation.
Example sentences
- It is ridiculous to wear a winter coat in the middle of summer.
- The idea of a talking dog is ridiculous.
- The clown's oversized shoes looked ridiculous.
- The politician's suggestion was so ridiculous that it was dismissed immediately.
- The science experiment was so ridiculous it could never work.
Quotes
'The foolish and wicked practice of profane cursing and swearing is a vice so mean and low that every person of sense and character detests and despises it.' - George Washington
'I have a ridiculous fear of sharks but I'd jump in the water in a second for an amazing role.' - Malin Akerman
'If you're going to be crazy, you have to get paid for it or else you're going to be locked up.' - Hunter S. Thompson
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