Etymology

absurdum

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Today it means: An illogical conclusion or state. Full definition →

First used First attested in the mid 19ᵗʰ century.Latin absurdum
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  1. Latin · borrowed fromabsurdum
  2. English todayabsurdum

Borrowed from Latin absurdum, neuter singular of absurdus (“discordant, harsh”).

First known use, by meaning

  • First attested in the mid 19ᵗʰ century. An illogical conclusion or state.

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