What is the comparative form of “ridiculous”?
The comparative form of “ridiculous” is “more ridiculous”.Example
His outfit is more ridiculous than hers.
Example
The plot of the movie was more ridiculous than I expected.
What is the superlative form of “ridiculous”?
The superlative form of “ridiculous” is “most ridiculous”.Example
Among all the costumes, his was the most ridiculous.
Example
The statement he made was the most ridiculous thing I've ever heard.
Why is this expression not used with most, more?
"Most" and "more" are used with "ridiculous" to form the comparatives and superlatives. The forms "more ridiculous" and "most ridiculous" are commonly used to indicate a higher degree of absurdity.
Does this expression have an irregular comparative/superlative form?
"Ridiculous" follows the regular pattern of using "more" and "most" for forming comparatives and superlatives.
Expressions with similar meanings to “more ridiculous”
Example
The conspiracy theory is more absurd than I thought.
Used to indicate that something is more foolish or unreasonable.
Example
The idea of time travel is more preposterous than it seems.
Expressions with similar meanings to “most ridiculous”
Example
The claim he made was the most absurd thing I've ever heard.
Used to indicate that something is the most foolish or unreasonable.
Example
The decision they made was the most preposterous one imaginable.
Using than with comparative “more ridiculous”
When using the comparative form "more ridiculous" to compare two things, you would use "than" to connect the two parts of the comparison: Example: "His outfit is more ridiculous than hers." Here, "than" is used to show that the level of absurdity in "his outfit" is higher than the level of absurdity in "hers."
How can I use this expression in context?
“more ridiculous” and “most ridiculous” can be used in a variety of situations to compare speed.- 1Fashion
Her hat is more ridiculous than his.
Her hat is more ridiculous than his.
- 2Movies
The sequel was the most ridiculous film I've ever seen.
The sequel was the most ridiculous film I've ever seen.
- 3Statements
His explanation was more ridiculous than the actual event.
His explanation was more ridiculous than the actual event.
- 4Decisions
Their choice was the most ridiculous option available.
Their choice was the most ridiculous option available.
Related idioms and phrases
Laughing stock
Someone or something that is ridiculed or made fun of.
Example
After his embarrassing mistake, he became a laughing stock.
Crazy as a loon
Extremely eccentric or mentally unstable.
Example
She's always saying strange things, she must be crazy as a loon.
