ETYM Latin absurdus harsh-sounding; ab + (prob) a derivative from a root svar to sound; not connected with surd: cf. French absurde. Related to Syringe.
1. Inconsistent with reason or logic or common sense; SYN. incongruous, unreasonable.
2. So devoid of wisdom or good sense as to be laughable; SYN. derisory, ludicrous, nonsensical, preposterous, ridiculous.