Definition

The quality of being ridiculous or absurd, often in a way that is amusing.

Example

The ludicrousness of the situation made everyone laugh.

Conversation

Did you see that movie last night?

Yeah, it was so funny, but the ludicrousness of the plot was over the top!

I know, right? I couldn't believe some of the scenes they came up with.

Exactly! It was entertaining, but the ludicrousness made it hard to take seriously.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Ludicrousness → It is formed from "ludicrous" (from Latin "ludicrus", meaning playful or jesting) and the suffix "-ness" (meaning the state or quality of). The word "ludicrousness" refers to the quality of being ridiculous or laughable.

Memory Tip

Think of something that is 'playful' or 'jesting' ('ludicrus') and remember that 'ludicrousness' describes the quality of being absurd or laughable.

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