ridiculously
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Definition
Adverb: * In a manner that is so absurd, extreme, or unreasonable as to be worthy of or provoke laughter, mockery, or disbelief.
Usage
"Ridiculously" is used to modify an adjective or another adverb to emphasize that the degree or nature of something is extreme to the point of being absurd or silly. It often carries a tone of criticism, amusement, or astonishment.
Examples
- The price for a cup of coffee at that new cafe is ridiculously high.
- He was ridiculously early for the meeting, arriving a full hour before it started.
- The movie's plot was ridiculously complicated and hard to follow.
- She solved the puzzle ridiculously quickly.
Advanced Usage
- For hyperbolic or emphatic effect: Often used informally for strong emphasis, not necessarily implying actual mockery.
- "This cake is ridiculously good!" (Meaning it is extremely good.)
- To express ironic criticism: Highlights the unreasonable gap between expectation and reality.
- "The requirements for the entry-level job are ridiculously demanding."
Variants and Related Words
- Ridiculous (adjective): Deserving or inviting mockery; absurd.
- Wearing a winter coat in summer is a ridiculous idea.
- Ridiculousness (noun): The quality of being ridiculous.
Synonyms
- Absurdly
- Laughably (often implies something is so inadequate it becomes a joke)
- Outrageously (emphasizes shockingly excessive degree)
- Preposterously
Antonyms
- Reasonably
- Sensibly
- Appropriately
Idioms and Common Phrases
- To a ridiculous degree: An alternative phrasing with similar meaning.
- The task was overcomplicated to a ridiculous degree.
Adverb
- so as to arouse or deserve laughter
- her income was laughably small, but she managed to live well