Etymology

absurdness

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Today it means: The quality of being absurd; absurdity. Full definition →

First used First attested in the mid 16ᵗʰ century.
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From absurd + -ness.

First known use, by meaning

  • First attested in the mid 16ᵗʰ century. The quality of being absurd; absurdity.

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