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View usage for: (prɪpɒstərəs) adjectiveIf you describe something as preposterous, you mean that it is extremely unreasonable and foolish. [disapproval] The whole idea was preposterous. ...their preposterous claim that they had unearthed a plot. Synonyms: ridiculous, bizarre, incredible, outrageous More Synonyms of preposterous preposterously adverb [usually ADVERB adjective/adverb] Some prices are preposterously high. preposterous in British English (prɪˈpɒstərəs) adjectivecontrary to nature, reason, or sense; absurd; ridiculous Derived forms preposterously (preˈposterously) adverb preposterousness (preˈposterousness) noun Word origin C16: from Latin praeposterus reversed, from prae in front, before + posterus following preposterous in American English (priˈpɑstərəs; prɪˈpɑstərəs) adjective1. Rare with the first last and the last first; inverted 2. so contrary to nature, reason, or common sense as to be laughable; absurd; ridiculous SIMILAR WORDS: abˈsurd Derived forms preposterously (preˈposterously) adverb preposterousness (preˈposterousness) noun Word origin L praeposterus < prae-, before (see pre-) + posterus, following: see posterior Examples of 'preposterous' in a sentencepreposterous In other languagespreposterous British English: preposterous ADJECTIVE If you describe something as preposterous, you mean that it is extremely unreasonable and foolish. The whole idea was preposterous. - American English: preposterous
- Brazilian Portuguese: absurdo
- Chinese: 荒唐的
- European Spanish: absurdo
- French: absurde
- German: grotesk
- Italian: assurdo
- Japanese: 非常識な
- Korean: 터무니 없는
- European Portuguese: absurdo
- Latin American Spanish: absurdo
Definition utterly absurd The whole idea was preposterous. Synonyms bizarre shocking monstrous out of the question asinine cockamamie (slang, mainly US) Additional synonymsDefinition obviously senseless or illogical They go to absurd lengths just to avoid paying a few pounds. Synonyms ridiculous, crazy (informal), silly, incredible, outrageous, foolish, unbelievable, daft (informal), hilarious, ludicrous, meaningless, unreasonable, irrational, senseless, preposterous, laughable, funny, stupid, farcical, illogical, incongruous, comical, zany, idiotic, nonsensical, inane, dumb-ass (slang), cockamamie (slang, US) Definition ridiculous I know it sounds a crazy idea, but hear me out. Synonyms ridiculous, wild, absurd, inappropriate, foolish, ludicrous, irresponsible, unrealistic, unwise, senseless, preposterous, potty (British, informal), short-sighted, unworkable, foolhardy, idiotic, nonsensical, half-baked (informal), inane, fatuous, ill-conceived, quixotic, imprudent, impracticable, cockeyed (informal), bird-brained (informal), cockamamie (slang, US), porangi (New Zealand) The length of the prison sentence was excessive considering the nature of the crime. Synonyms immoderate, too much, enormous, extreme, exaggerated, over the top (slang), extravagant, needless, unreasonable, disproportionate, undue, uncontrolled, superfluous, prodigal, unrestrained, profligate, inordinate, fulsome, intemperate, unconscionable, overmuch, O.T.T. (slang) Nearby words ofpreposterous - preponderate
- prepossessing
- prepossession
- preposterous
- prerequisite
- prerogative
- presage
Additional synonymsDefinition (of prices, demands, etc.) excessively great or high exorbitant housing prices Synonyms excessive, high, expensive, extreme, ridiculous, outrageous, extravagant, unreasonable, undue, preposterous, unwarranted, inordinate, extortionate, unconscionable, immoderateDefinition (of behaviour or gestures) extreme, esp. in order to make a particular impression I was extravagant in my admiration of them. Synonyms excessive, exaggerated, outrageous, wild, fantastic, absurd, foolish, over the top (slang), unreasonable, preposterous, fanciful, unrestrained, inordinate, outré, immoderate, O.T.T. (slang) Definition (of an opinion, political group, etc.) beyond the limits regarded as acceptable his extreme political views Synonyms radical, unusual, excessive, exceptional, exaggerated, outrageous, over the top (slang), unreasonable, uncommon, unconventional, fanatical, zealous, out-and-out, inordinate, egregious, intemperate, immoderate, O.T.T. (slang), swivel-eyed (slang) Definition very silly, unwise, or absurd It would be foolish to raise hopes unnecessarily. Synonyms unwise, silly, absurd, rash, unreasonable, senseless, short-sighted, ill-advised, foolhardy, nonsensical, inane, indiscreet, ill-judged, ill-considered, imprudent, unintelligent, asinine, injudicious, incautiousDefinition absurd or unreasonable The Government was now in an impossible situation. Synonyms absurd, crazy (informal), ridiculous, unacceptable, outrageous, ludicrous, unreasonable, unsuitable, intolerable, preposterous, laughable, farcical, illogical, insoluble, unanswerable, inadmissible, ungovernableDefinition unbelievable Do not dismiss as incredible the stories your children tell you. Synonyms unbelievable, impossible, absurd, unthinkable, questionable, improbable, inconceivable, preposterous, unconvincing, unimaginable, outlandish, far-fetched, implausible, beyond belief, cock-and-bull (informal), not able to hold water Definition not based on logical reasoning an irrational fear of science Synonyms illogical, crazy (informal), silly, absurd, foolish, unreasonable, unwise, preposterous, idiotic, nonsensical, unsound, unthinking, injudicious, unreasoning Definition ridiculous because so obviously inadequate or unsuccessful She claimed that the allegations were `laughable'. Synonyms ridiculous, absurd, ludicrous, preposterous, farcical, nonsensical, derisory, risible (formal), derisive, worthy of scorn Definition absurd or ridiculous It's a completely ludicrous idea. Synonyms ridiculous, crazy (informal), absurd, preposterous, odd, funny, comic, silly, laughable, farcical, outlandish, incongruous, comical, zany, nonsensical, droll, burlesque, cockamamie (slang, US) It seemed to me that Sir Robert's arguments were nonsensical. Synonyms senseless, crazy (informal), silly, ridiculous, absurd, foolish, ludicrous, meaningless, irrational, incomprehensible, inane, asinine, cockamamie (slang, US) Additional synonymsDefinition shocking and socially or morally unacceptable The prices these places charge are absolutely outrageous. Synonyms unreasonable, unfair, excessive, steep (informal), shocking, over the top (slang), extravagant, too great, scandalous, preposterous, unwarranted, exorbitant, extortionate, immoderate, O.T.T. (slang) Definition ridiculous His claim is risible for its patent untruth. Synonyms ridiculous, ludicrous, laughable, farcical, funny, amusing, absurd, hilarious, humorous, comical, droll, side-splitting, rib-tickling (informal) Definition having no meaning or purpose acts of senseless violence Synonyms pointless, mad, crazy (informal), stupid, silly, ridiculous, absurd, foolish, daft (informal), ludicrous, meaningless, unreasonable, irrational, inconsistent, unwise, mindless, illogical, incongruous, idiotic, nonsensical, inane, fatuous, moronic, unintelligent, asinine, imbecilic, dumb-ass (slang), without rhyme or reason, halfwittedDefinition unfair and excessive unreasonable increases in the price of petrol Synonyms excessive, steep (informal), exorbitant, unfair, absurd, extravagant, unjust, too great, undue, preposterous, unwarranted, far-fetched, extortionate, uncalled-for, immoderateDefinition so shocking or unpleasant that one cannot believe it to be true Returning to live with my parents would have been unthinkable. Synonyms impossible, out of the question, inconceivable, unlikely, not on (informal), absurd, unreasonable, improbable, preposterous, illogical |