absurdly
Translation
ridiculously, unreasonably, illogically
Examples
The prices were absurdly high.
The prices were absurdly high.
Grammar Patterns
absurdly ((adjective/adverb)) in a ridiculous way; to an extreme degree The film was absurdly long.
Similar Words
Synonyms: ridiculously, ludicrously; Antonyms: sensibly, reasonably
Etymology
From 'absurd' + '-ly', a suffix forming adverbs.
Memory Tips
Describes an action or quality in a way that is absurd. It modifies adjectives (absurdly high) or verbs.