Definition

The quality or state of being absurd or laughable, often in a way that is unreasonable or silly.

Example

The ridiculousness of the situation made everyone laugh.

Conversation

Did you see that video of the guy slipping on a banana peel?

Yeah, it was hilarious, but the ridiculousness of it made me laugh even more!

I know, right? Sometimes the silliest things are the funniest.

Absolutely! It's like we need more of that kind of ridiculousness in our lives.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Ridiculousness → It is formed from "ridiculus" (from Latin, meaning laughable or absurd) and "-ness" (a suffix used to form nouns indicating a state or condition). The word "ridiculousness" refers to the state or quality of being laughable or absurd.

Memory Tip

Think of something that is 'laughable' ('ridiculus') and the '-ness' indicating a state. This helps you remember that 'ridiculousness' means the quality of being laughable.

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