preposterous (B1)

adjective

Pronunciation: /prɪˈpɒstərəs/

Definition

Completely contrary to reason or common sense; utterly absurd or ridiculous.

Examples

• His excuse for being late was preposterous.

• The idea that the Earth is flat is preposterous.

• She found the suggestion that she had stolen the money to be preposterous.

Synonyms of preposterous

Words with a similar meaning to preposterous:

• silly
• ridiculous
• absurd
• ludicrous
• untenable

Antonyms of preposterous

Words with the opposite meaning to preposterous:

• reasonable
• sensible
• logical

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