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Ludicrous

Definition:

adjective

so foolish, unreasonable, or out of place as to be amusing; ridiculous

Senses:

1. Amusingly Ridiculous:

Example Sentence: The comedy show was filled with ludicrous situations that had the audience laughing non-stop.

2. Absurdly Unreasonable:

Example Sentence: It is ludicrous to think that a single person can solve such a complex problem in a day.

Popular Usage:

When something is deemed beyond ridiculous or unbelievable, it is considered ludicrous. It is commonly used in informal contexts to express disbelief or extreme absurdity.

Local Usage:

In certain regions, "ludicrous" may be used colloquially to describe an action, person, or situation as exceptionally hilarious or foolish.