Synonyms for Nonsensical

Definition of nonsensical

adjective
  1. incongruous;inviting ridicule; "the absurd excuse that the dog ate his homework"; "that's a cockeyed idea"; "ask a nonsensical question and get a nonsensical answer"; "a contribution so small as to be laughable"; "it is ludicrous to call a cottage a mansion"; "a preposterous attempt to turn back the pages of history"; "her conceited assumption of universal interest in her rather dull children was ridiculous"
  2. having no intelligible meaning; "nonsense syllables"; "a nonsensical jumble of words"

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Writing tips for "nonsensical"

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"Nonsensical" in song lyrics

See how nonsensical is used in real songs:

  • "And even my peers find it nonsensical"
    Atoms Family — Nuthin Really Happens

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