Definition

Something that is silly or absurd and does not make sense.

Example

The story was so nonsensical that I couldn't follow it at all.

Conversation

Did you see that new cartoon?

Yeah, it was so nonsensical but hilarious!

I couldn't stop laughing at the silly characters.

Same here! Sometimes the most nonsensical things are the funniest.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Nonsensical → It is formed from "non-" (meaning not) and "sensical" (from "sense" derived from Latin "sensus", meaning perception or meaning). The word "nonsensical" describes something that does not have sense or meaning.

Memory Tip

Think of 'not' ('non-') having 'meaning' ('sensus') — that's why nonsensical refers to something that lacks sense.

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