French Conversation · Level 73
60 words
French word
absurde
Pronunciation
IPA/apsyʁd/
Meaning
- adjectiveridiculous
Example
C'est absurde.
It's ridiculous.
More examples
Sa décision était absurde.
His decision was absurd.
Core concept
A claim or decision with no supporting logic, like a piece that does not fit the reasoning around it.
Common phrases
une idée absurde
an absurd idea
une décision absurde
an absurd decision
une excuse absurde
an absurd excuse
Similar words
bête: Naive and immature, reflecting insufficient judgment or wisdom.
stupide: Ill-considered and foolish in its reasoning or behavior.
ridicule: So nonsensical that it appears laughably foolish.
insensé: Unreasonable because it conflicts with logic and common sense.
Definition in French
Qui désigne une idée, une action ou une décision qui manque de fondement ou de bon sens.
Word origin
French absurde comes from Latin absurdus, which described something discordant or out of tune before developing the sense of faulty reasoning.
Usage tips
- French absurde has the same spelling in masculine and feminine forms, as in un argument absurde and une idée absurde.