ABSURD

a. n.

2 definitions — Webster’s Dictionary (1828)


1.
a.

Contrary to reason or propriety; obviously and fiatly opposed to manifest truth; inconsistent with the plain dictates of common sense; logically contradictory; nonsensical; ridiculous; as, an absurd person, an absurd opinion; an absurd dream. This proffer is absurd and reasonless. Shak. 'This phrase absurd to call a villain great. Pope. p. 9

2.
n.

An absurdity. [Obs.] Pope.


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