ˈlɛçɐlɪç

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Translation

ridiculous, laughable

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Word origin

From lachen ('to laugh') plus the adjective suffix -lich, literally 'laughable'.

Origin
German
Root
lachen

Grammar

Examples

!

That is completely ridiculous!

Ausrede .

He made himself look ridiculous with his excuse.

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I find this rule rather ridiculous.

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This word is taught in chapter 10, lesson 6: Words 941-950.