Absurdity

Pronunciation: /əbˈsɜːrdəti/

Definitions of absurdity

noun the quality or state of being absurd; something that is absurd

Example Sentences

A1 The idea of flying pigs is an absurdity.

A2 The absurdity of the situation made everyone laugh.

B1 The film's plot was filled with absurdity and unrealistic events.

B2 The absurdity of the new government policy was criticized by many experts.

C1 The artist's work often explores themes of existential absurdity.

C2 The philosopher wrote extensively on the nature of absurdity in human existence.

Examples of absurdity in a Sentence

formal The absurdity of the situation was evident to all who were present.

informal It's just pure absurdity, I can't even believe it.

slang The whole thing is just straight-up absurdity, man.

figurative The absurdity of his excuses reached new heights.

Grammatical Forms of absurdity

• plural: absurdities
• comparative: more absurd
• superlative: most absurd
• present tense: absurd
• future tense: will be absurd
• perfect tense: has been absurd
• continuous tense: is being absurd
• singular: absurdity
• positive degree: absurd
• infinitive: to be absurd
• gerund: absurdity
• participle: absurd

Origin and Evolution of absurdity

First Known Use: 1550 year

Language of Origin: Latin

Story behind the word: The word 'absurdity' originated from the Latin word 'absurditas', which is derived from the combination of 'ab-' (meaning 'away from') and 'surdus' (meaning 'deaf' or 'dull').

Evolution of the word: Over time, the word 'absurdity' has evolved to refer to something that is illogical, unreasonable, or ridiculous. It is often used to describe situations, actions, or statements that lack sense or coherence.