absurdist
Say it: ub-SUR-dist /əbˈsəːdɪst/ · adjective
What “absurdist” means
Funny because it is bizarre and makes no logical sense.
More precisely: Finding comedy in illogical, meaningless or bizarre situations.
Example: “Her absurdist sketches feature a talking fridge that negotiates its own salary.”
When to use it
Use it for comedy, theatre or stories where impossible situations and strange logic create the humour.
Similar words
surreal, nonsensical, bizarre
Quick check
In a sketch, a cabbage chairs a meeting while everyone politely debates its holiday allowance. What kind of comedy is this?
absurdist or realistic?
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absurdist
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