ludicrous
Translation
ludicrous, ridiculous, absurd
Examples
That is a ludicrous suggestion.
That is a ludicrous suggestion.
He was wearing a ludicrous hat.
He was wearing a ludicrous hat.
Grammar Patterns
((a ludicrous noun)) describes something as so foolish or unreasonable that it is amusing. That is a ludicrous suggestion.
Similar Words
Synonyms: ridiculous, absurd, preposterous; Antonyms: sensible, reasonable
Etymology
From Latin 'ludus', meaning 'game' or 'play'.
Memory Tips
It sounds a bit like 'ridiculous'. Also, think of the root 'ludus' (game) - something so playful it becomes silly.