How do you pronounce ludicrous?
ludicrous
adjective
How to pronounce ludicrous?
The word ludicrous sounds like lu-di-crous
/'ludəkrəs/
What is the definition of ludicrous?
adjectivebroadly or extravagantly humorous; resembling farce
Examples
- ludicrous green hair
adjectiveso unreasonable as to invite derision
Examples
- it is ludicrous to call a cottage a mansion
What is the definition of 'ludicrous'?
- The word 'ludicrous' is an adjective that means ridiculous, absurd, or laughable.
What is the origin of the word 'ludicrous'?
- The word 'ludicrous' comes from the Latin word 'ludicrus', which means 'playful' or 'sportive'.
How is 'ludicrous' pronounced?
- The word 'ludicrous' is pronounced as 'loo-di-kruhs'.
Can you provide some synonyms for 'ludicrous'?
- Some synonyms for 'ludicrous' are ridiculous, absurd, laughable, comical, farcical, and nonsensical.
What are the antonyms of 'ludicrous'?
- Some antonyms of 'ludicrous' are serious, reasonable, sensible, logical, and rational.
How can 'ludicrous' be used in a sentence?
- The idea that pigs can fly is absolutely ludicrous.
- His extravagant claims are simply ludicrous.
- The absurdity of the situation made everyone burst into laughter.
Can you provide an example of a famous quote using the word 'ludicrous'?
- 'By all means let's be open-minded, but not so open-minded that our brains drop out.' - Richard Dawkins
Is 'ludicrous' a formal or informal word?
- 'Ludicrous' is a more informal word, but it can be used in both formal and informal contexts.
What is the noun form of 'ludicrous'?
- The noun form of 'ludicrous' is 'ludicrousness'.
Can 'ludicrous' be used to describe a serious situation?
- Yes, 'ludicrous' can be used to describe a serious situation that is so absurd or ridiculous that it is almost laughable.
