ridiculous

adjective B2 Neutral

Meaning

The word "ridiculous" describes something that is so unreasonable or absurd that it provokes laughter or disbelief.

💡 A common mistake is to use "ridiculous" to describe something that is merely silly or funny, rather than truly absurd or unreasonable.

Example Sentences

Do you think this plan is ridiculous or realistic ?

It is ridiculous to believe that the earth is flat .

That idea sounds ridiculous , but maybe we should try it anyway .

The proposal seemed ridiculous given the current economic conditions .

Common Phrases

utterly ridiculous quite ridiculous seem ridiculous

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