ludicrously
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/ˈluː.dɪ.krəs.li/
(ludicrous)
ridiculously absurd
Etymology
Etymology Information
'ludicrous' originates from Latin, specifically the word 'ludicrus,' where 'ludus' meant 'game or play.'
Historical Evolution
'ludicrus' transformed into the French word 'ludicrous,' and eventually became the modern English word 'ludicrous' through Middle English.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'pertaining to play or sport,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'ridiculously amusing.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adverb 1
in a way that is so foolish, unreasonable, or out of place as to be amusing.
The proposal was ludicrously expensive.
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Last updated: 2025/01/16 01:57