Definition of absurd

Scrabble & Words with friends points


  • absurd is a valid Scrabble US word with a point value of 9
  • absurd is a valid Scrabble UK word with a point value of 9
  • absurd is a valid Words with friends word with a point value of 11

Definition of absurd


  • a situation in which life seems irrational and meaningless (noun)

    Examples

    1. The absurd is the essential concept and the first truth

    Synonyms

    1. the absurd
  • so unreasonable as to invite derision (adjective)

    Examples

    1. the absurd excuse that the dog ate his homework

    Synonyms

    1. cockeyed
    2. derisory
    3. idiotic
    4. laughable
    5. ludicrous
    6. nonsensical
    7. preposterous
    8. ridiculous
  • inconsistent with reason or logic or common sense (adjective)

    Examples

    1. the absurd predicament of seeming to argue that virtue is highly desirable but intensely unpleasant

See definition of absurd in Merriam Webster