absurd
/əbˈsɜːrd/
ab · surd
əb · ˈsɜːrd
English Definition
adj. ridiculous, unreasonable
Significado en Español
absurdo
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Memory Aid / 记忆技巧
ab(away from)+surd(reason)
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Practice — Synonym (ISEE Verbal)
Choose the word that is most similar in meaning to absurd:
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A
reasonable
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B
ridiculous
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C
common
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D
serious
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B — ridiculous.
“absurd” means adj. ridiculous, unreasonable
Common questions about “absurd”
What does “absurd” mean?
absurd — adj. ridiculous, unreasonable. In Chinese: 荒谬的,荒唐的.
How do you pronounce “absurd”?
absurd is pronounced /əbˈsɜːrd/. It breaks into 2 syllables: ab · surd.
Is “absurd” an ISEE Middle-level word?
Yes. absurd appears on the iSEE Vocab Middle list, which covers 672 words for the ISEE and SSAT.
How can I remember “absurd”?
ab(away from)+surd(reason)