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Recent Examples of ridiculousness
The 30-second Super Bowl version manages to capture most of the ridiculousness of the lengthier, two-and-a-half-minute version directed by Spike Jonze, which feels as silly and committed as any of your favorite Stiller comedy moments.
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Omar L. Gallaga, Los Angeles Times, 9 Feb. 2026
Where to begin with such ridiculousness?
—Bradley Gitz, Arkansas Online, 9 Feb. 2026
At the same time, there's enough nonsense, edging into ridiculousness, that the series might best be approached as a black action-comedy — at the end of the opening scene, the gendarmes are splattered with pieces of supermodel — or a very fancy B (maybe C) picture.
—Robert Lloyd, Houston Chronicle, 21 Jan. 2026
Being able to commit to the ridiculousness requires this deep well of belief.
—Lily Ford, HollywoodReporter, 15 Jan. 2026
Yet what elevates the show is its focus on gender relations and atoning for the sins of the past, adding layers of depth beyond its lurid plotting and somewhat ridiculousness.
—James Mercadante, Entertainment Weekly, 4 Jan. 2026
The global consumer trend forecasting firm released its forecast for 2026 and beyond, revealing how this macro trend for ridiculousness will influence every corner of culture—from fashion and beauty to lifestyle and entertainment.
—Angela Velasquez, Sourcing Journal, 2 Jan. 2026
Rather, Welker Hoxey and Faris envisioned the character to represent all of the excess, theatricality, and sometimes ridiculousness that goes into being a modern-day pop star.
—Christian Allaire, Vogue, 25 Nov. 2025
And while the film’s metaphor seems to indicate that Jesse’s burgeoning sexuality is something to fear, the ridiculousness of the dialogue and Patton’s shrieking performance make this a perverse camp classic.
—Samantha Allen, Them., 7 Oct. 2025
Omar L. Gallaga, Los Angeles Times, 9 Feb. 2026
Where to begin with such ridiculousness?
—Bradley Gitz, Arkansas Online, 9 Feb. 2026
At the same time, there's enough nonsense, edging into ridiculousness, that the series might best be approached as a black action-comedy — at the end of the opening scene, the gendarmes are splattered with pieces of supermodel — or a very fancy B (maybe C) picture.
—Robert Lloyd, Houston Chronicle, 21 Jan. 2026
Being able to commit to the ridiculousness requires this deep well of belief.
—Lily Ford, HollywoodReporter, 15 Jan. 2026
Yet what elevates the show is its focus on gender relations and atoning for the sins of the past, adding layers of depth beyond its lurid plotting and somewhat ridiculousness.
—James Mercadante, Entertainment Weekly, 4 Jan. 2026
The global consumer trend forecasting firm released its forecast for 2026 and beyond, revealing how this macro trend for ridiculousness will influence every corner of culture—from fashion and beauty to lifestyle and entertainment.
—Angela Velasquez, Sourcing Journal, 2 Jan. 2026
Rather, Welker Hoxey and Faris envisioned the character to represent all of the excess, theatricality, and sometimes ridiculousness that goes into being a modern-day pop star.
—Christian Allaire, Vogue, 25 Nov. 2025
And while the film’s metaphor seems to indicate that Jesse’s burgeoning sexuality is something to fear, the ridiculousness of the dialogue and Patton’s shrieking performance make this a perverse camp classic.
—Samantha Allen, Them., 7 Oct. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for ridiculousness
Noun
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Amid these absurdities, Manuel coaxes out the cruelty of the resort’s hierarchies.—
Richard Brody,
New Yorker,
4 Feb. 2026
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She’s built a career on candid takes about relationships, work and the absurdities of everyday life, delivered with her trademark mix of bluntness and charm.—
Travis Pinson,
Dallas Morning News,
29 Jan. 2026
Noun
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Well, the Premier League table is definitely worth looking at, if only to marvel at its ludicrousness.—
Tim Spiers,
New York Times,
3 Nov. 2025
Noun
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The irony is not lost on either of the Malacinskis that were the women allowed, Annika would have no trouble qualifying.—
Dana ONeil,
CNN Money,
10 Feb. 2026
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The irony is that this wasn’t always the case, says Nicole Ellison, a professor at the University of Michigan School of Information who studies human-computer interaction.—
Angela Haupt,
Time,
9 Feb. 2026
Noun
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Lake Como’s roots date back to 1889, when Denver investors dammed a creek about 5 miles west of downtown and built a luxury resort, casino and amusement rides modeled after Como, Italy.—
Kamal Morgan
February 7,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
7 Feb. 2026
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Although disappointed that the audio leaked, many players look back on it with amusement.—
Doug Haller,
New York Times,
27 Jan. 2026
Cite this Entry
“Ridiculousness.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/ridiculousness. Accessed 16 Feb. 2026.
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