RIDICULOUS
Scrabble letter values: R1I1D2I1C3U1L1O1U1S1 = 13
Definition
- adjective inspiring scornful pity. — synonyms: pathetic, silly
- adjective so unreasonable as to invite derision. — synonyms: absurd, cockeyed, derisory, idiotic, laughable, ludicrous, nonsensical, preposterous
- adjective broadly or extravagantly humorous. — synonyms: farcical, ludicrous
Examples
- “how silly an ardent and unsuccessful wooer can be especially if he is getting on in years- Dashiell Hammett”
- “the absurd excuse that the dog ate his homework”
- “that's a cockeyed idea”