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Learn the meaning of preposterous with synonyms, antonyms and an example sentence. Part of our 11 plus vocabulary list used for selective school and grammar school preparation.
preposterous
(adjective)
preposterous
(adjective)
Meaning
absurd and contrary to reason
Example
"The idea that cats can fly is preposterous and makes no sense."
Synonyms
ridiculousabsurdludicrous
Antonyms
reasonablelogicalsensible
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Word origin
From Latin 'praeposterus', meaning 'reversed order'.
Related word forms
adjective: preposterously
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