Absurdest

/æbˈsɜːrdəst/ adjective

Definition

The most absurd; the most ridiculous or illogical.

Etymology

From absurd + -est superlative suffix. Following traditional English superlative formation. The Latin root absurdus originally meant 'out of tune' or 'discordant,' evolving to mean 'contrary to reason.'

Kelly Says

The superlative 'absurdest' is grammatically valid but sounds awkward today because we prefer 'most absurd.' This shows how English is slowly abandoning -er/-est for longer adjectives, though it creates an interesting mismatch with rules we were taught in school.

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