absurdly
adverb
Simple meaning
To an extreme degree.
Pronunciation
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IPA pronunciation (US)
əbˈsɝdli
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Definition
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adverb
In an absurd manner or to an absurd degree
In an absurd fashion.
To an extreme degree.
Word at a Glance
- Difficulty
- C2 · Proficient (estimated)
- Frequency
- Rare
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This meaning: In an absurd manner or to an absurd degree
'Absurdly' means 'in an absurd manner' or 'to an absurd degree.' It often intensifies a description, showing something is beyond reasonable limits. It can suggest something is ridiculously large, small, difficult, or easy. Think 'absurdly expensive' or 'absurdly simple.'
- Emotional tone
- Neutral
- Formality
- Neutral
- Intensity
- Not strongly marked
- How common
- Moderately common
- Connotation
- No strong connotation
- Usage feel
- Neutral and straightforward
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Online Review
“The product was absurdly overpriced for its quality.”
Casual Chat
“That movie was absurdly long; I nearly fell asleep.”
Sports Commentary
“The team played absurdly well, surprising all the critics.”
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More ways to use absurdly
- “An absurdly rich young woman.”adverb
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