das Absurdum
Translation
absurdity, nonsense
Examples
Er führte das Argument ad absurdum.
He took the argument to its absurd conclusion.
Das ist die Logik des Absurdums.
That is the logic of the absurd.
Grammar Patterns
((sth.)) ad absurdum führen to carry ((sth.)) to an absurd conclusion He took the argument to its absurd conclusion.
Similar Words
Synonyms: der Widersinn, der Unsinn
Etymology
From Latin 'absurdum', meaning 'out of tune, nonsensical'.
Memory Tips
Connect it to the English word 'absurd'. The '-um' ending is common for Latin-derived neuter nouns in German.