Basic Details
Word: Absurd
Part of Speech: Adjective
Meaning: Something that is ridiculous or unreasonable; it doesnt make sense.
Synonyms: Ridiculous, preposterous, ludicrous
Antonyms: Reasonable, logical, sensible
Idioms and Phrases
- Absurd lengths: Going to extreme measures or doing something very unreasonable. Example: "He went to absurd lengths to prove his point during the debate."
- Its absurd: Used to express incredulity or disbelief at something odd or unreasonable. Example: "It's absurd to think that a cat can drive a car!"
Usage Examples
Example 1: It seemed absurd that the school cancelled classes because of a small amount of snow.
Example 2: She wore an absurd hat to the party that made everyone laugh.
Example 3: The idea that you can fly without wings is truly absurd.
Fun Fact
The word absurd comes from the Latin word "absurdus," which means "out of tune" or "incongruous." It originally referred to music that did not sound right before evolving to describe illogical or ridiculous situations.
Famous Quote
"The absurd is the essential concept and the first truth." - Albert Camus
Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)
1. What does "absurd" mean?
a) Very reasonable
b) Ridiculous or unreasonable
c) Someone who is clever
d) A type of fish
Answer: b) Ridiculous or unreasonable
2. Which of these is a synonym of "absurd"?
a) Sensible
b) Ludicrous
c) Clear
d) Smart
Answer: b) Ludicrous
3. Which word is an antonym of "absurd"?
a) Silly
b) Logical
c) Funny
d) Bizarre
Answer: b) Logical
4. Which sentence uses "absurd" correctly?
a) It is absurd to think that we should stop learning
b) She absurd the flowers in the garden
c) He was so absurd that he helped in the project
d) The absurd cat eats cheese
Answer: a) It is absurd to think that we should stop learning
5. Which idiom expresses a situation that is unreasonable?
a) Absurd lengths
b) Its a piece of cake
c) A fish out of water
d) Every cloud has a silver lining
Answer: a) Absurd lengths
