Preposterous and Sapient

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Preposterous adjective - Showing or marked by a lack of good sense or judgment.

Usage example: a preposterous suggestion to go swimming in this freezing weather

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Sapient is an antonym for preposterous.

Sapient adjective - Having or showing deep understanding and intelligent application of knowledge.

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Preposterous is an antonym for sapient.

Nearby Word: sapience

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