Etymology

absurdly

ab·surd·ly
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Today it means: In an absurd fashion. Full definition →

First used First attested in the mid 16ᵗʰ century.
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The story

From absurd + -ly.

First known use, by meaning

  • First attested in the mid 16ᵗʰ century. In an absurd fashion.
  • First attested in the mid 16ᵗʰ century. To an extreme degree.

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