What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
stupid
Example
He made a stupid mistake by forgetting his passport. [stupid: adjective]
Example
I find this movie stupid and not worth watching. [stupid: adjective]
Example
It would be stupid to quit your job without having another one lined up. [stupid: adjective]
absurd
Example
The idea of a flying car is absurd. [absurd: adjective]
Example
It's absurd to think that aliens exist and are living among us. [absurd: adjective]
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His behavior was absurd and made no sense. [absurd: adjective]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Stupid is more commonly used in everyday language, while absurd is less common and is more likely to be used in formal or academic contexts.
What’s the difference in the tone of formality between stupid and absurd?
Absurd is more formal than stupid and is more likely to be used in academic or intellectual contexts. Stupid is more informal and can be used in both casual and formal situations, depending on the context.
