Use '荒谬' to describe ideas or claims that are logically flawed to the point of being ridiculous.
Word in 30 Seconds
- Describes something logically impossible or utterly nonsensical.
- Used to criticize irrational claims or preposterous theories.
- More formal and intense than simply saying something is wrong.
Overview
- 1概述：‘荒谬’是一个语气较重的形容词，主要用于否定某种观点、理论或行为。它不仅表示‘错误’，更强调这种错误已经超出了正常人的认知范围。2) 用法：在句子中常充当定语（荒谬的想法）、谓语（这种说法很荒谬）或补语（错得荒谬）。3) 常见语境：多见于正式的辩论、文学批评、新闻评论或对社会现象的严厉抨击中。4) 同类词比较：‘荒谬’与‘荒唐’相似，但‘荒谬’更侧重于逻辑和理智上的错误（如‘荒谬的逻辑’），而‘荒唐’则更多用于描述行为的离奇、放荡或不合礼法（如‘荒唐的行为’）。此外，‘谬误’通常作为名词，指具体的错误结论，而‘荒谬’是形容性质的。
Examples
这个借口听起来非常荒谬。
everydayThis excuse sounds absolutely preposterous.
历史已经证明，那种种族优越论是极其荒谬的。
formalHistory has proven that theories of racial superiority are utterly absurd.
别再提那个荒谬的计划了，根本行不通。
informalStop mentioning that ridiculous plan; it won't work at all.
该学说的前提假设本身就是荒谬的。
academicThe underlying assumption of this theory is itself absurd.
Common Collocations
Common Phrases
荒谬之极
the height of absurdity
荒谬可笑
absurd and laughable
Often Confused With
'荒唐' focuses more on behavior that is eccentric or dissolute, while '荒谬' focuses on intellectual or logical error.
'谬误' is usually a noun meaning a specific fallacy or mistake, whereas '荒谬' is an adjective describing the quality of being absurd.
Grammar Patterns
How to Use It
Usage Notes
The word '荒谬' carries a strong tone of disapproval. In formal writing, it is used to debunk theories, while in speech, it indicates that the speaker finds the other person's reasoning completely unacceptable.
Common Mistakes
Do not use '荒谬' to mean 'funny' (搞笑) or 'humorous' (幽默). It is strictly for things that are wrong or irrational in a way that is not meant to be pleasant.
Tips
Focus on Logical Consistency
Use this word when you want to highlight that a statement violates common sense or logical principles.
Avoid Casual Overuse
Because it is a strong word, using it for minor mistakes might sound overly dramatic or aggressive.
Intellectual Critique
In Chinese intellectual discourse, calling a theory '荒谬' is a serious accusation of irrationality.
Word Origin
'荒' (huāng) originally meant overgrown or desolate; '谬' (miù) means error or falsehood. Together they describe a wild, uncultivated error.
Cultural Context
In Chinese culture, emphasizing logic and 'common sense' (常理) is important. Calling something '荒谬' is a direct challenge to the speaker's rationality.
Memory Tip
Think of '荒' (huāng) as a wasteland where nothing grows, and '谬' (miù) as a mistake. A 'wasteland mistake' is one so big and wild that it makes no sense.
Frequently Asked Questions
4 questions通常不直接形容人的性格，而是形容人的言论、想法或决定。如果说‘那个人很荒谬’，通常是指他的所作所为完全不讲道理。
‘搞笑’是为了让人发笑，通常是中性或褒义的；而‘荒谬’是贬义的，强调的是逻辑上的错误和不可理喻。
常用于反驳对方观点，例如：‘这种观点在逻辑上是站不住脚的，甚至可以说是荒谬的。’
最常见的反义词是‘合理’、‘正确’或‘科学’，强调符合逻辑与事实。
Test Yourself
这种企图通过撒谎来掩盖真相的做法，简直___到了极点。
‘荒谬’最能体现出撒谎掩盖真相这种行为在逻辑和理智上的不可理喻。
以下哪项最常与‘荒谬’搭配？
‘结论’涉及逻辑判断，是‘荒谬’最常见的修饰对象。
如果___，那真是太荒谬了。
‘太阳从西边升起’违背自然规律，符合‘荒谬’的语境。
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Summary
Use '荒谬' to describe ideas or claims that are logically flawed to the point of being ridiculous.
- Describes something logically impossible or utterly nonsensical.
- Used to criticize irrational claims or preposterous theories.
- More formal and intense than simply saying something is wrong.
Focus on Logical Consistency
Use this word when you want to highlight that a statement violates common sense or logical principles.
Avoid Casual Overuse
Because it is a strong word, using it for minor mistakes might sound overly dramatic or aggressive.
Intellectual Critique
In Chinese intellectual discourse, calling a theory '荒谬' is a serious accusation of irrationality.
Examples
4 of 4这个借口听起来非常荒谬。
This excuse sounds absolutely preposterous.
历史已经证明，那种种族优越论是极其荒谬的。
History has proven that theories of racial superiority are utterly absurd.
别再提那个荒谬的计划了，根本行不通。
Stop mentioning that ridiculous plan; it won't work at all.
该学说的前提假设本身就是荒谬的。
The underlying assumption of this theory is itself absurd.
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