laughable
Translation
ridiculous, absurd, ludicrous
Examples
His excuse was completely laughable.
His excuse was completely laughable.
The idea that he could win is laughable.
The idea that he could win is laughable.
Grammar Patterns
((sth. is laughable)) (sth.) is ridiculous His excuse was laughable.
((a laughable sth.)) a ridiculous (sth.) He made a laughable offer.
Similar Words
Synonyms: ridiculous, absurd, ludicrous; Antonyms: serious, sensible
Etymology
From 'laugh' + '-able'. Literally 'able to be laughed at'.
Memory Tips
If something is so silly you have to laugh at it, it's 'laughable'.