Absurd and Derisive

Absurd

Absurd adjective - So foolish or pointless as to be worthy of scornful laughter.
Usage example: it's absurd to expect to make a killing in the stock market overnight

Derisive and absurd are semantically related. In some cases you can use "Derisive" instead an adjective "Absurd".

Nearby Words: absurdity, absurdly, absurdist

Derisive

Derisive adjective - So foolish or pointless as to be worthy of scornful laughter.
Usage example: the derisive performances of some of the singers on the talent show

Absurd and derisive are semantically related. Sometimes you can use "Absurd" instead an adjective "Derisive".

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