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illogicality

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Definition of illogicality

as in absurdity

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By using two mediums to highlight the warm absurdity of the fairy-tale tropes, Enchanted cheekily celebrates what only animation can do.

— James Grebey, Vulture, 28 Aug. 2026
However, others should not be forced to adhere to absurdity for the sake of feelings.

— Alejandro Avila OutKick, FOXNews.com, 25 Aug. 2026

Definition of absurdity

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How much funnier Shakespeare’s motley crew can be when we’re allowed to discover the variety of eccentricity and ludicrousness on display for ourselves.

— Theater Critic, Los Angeles Times, 23 July 2026
Well, the Premier League table is definitely worth looking at, if only to marvel at its ludicrousness.

— Tim Spiers, New York Times, 3 Nov. 2025

Definition of ludicrousness

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There are plenty of inconceivable exploits in the final season of Outer Banks, in ranging degrees of ridiculousness.

— CT Jones, Rolling Stone, 21 Aug. 2026
Last season of Mediterranean benefited from the ridiculousness of Amy’s matchmaking charter because the atmosphere onboard was so heavy.

— Rafaela Bassili, Vulture, 28 July 2026

Definition of ridiculousness

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To them, cartoons are just a part of life, and that incongruity generates much of the film’s humor.

— Angelica Jade Bastién, Vulture, 28 Aug. 2026
The passing of 30 years has only enhanced the appeal of the group’s Nashville detour, shifting attention from the incongruity of Ween cutting a country record to the joyous chemistry between these old pros and young punks.

— Stephen Thomas Erlewine, Pitchfork, 1 Aug. 2026

Definition of incongruity

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The one bit of irony is that, despite the rugged features, the SoundLink Max actually sounds better indoors, as the bass thins out if there are no walls for the sound to bounce off of.

— BestReviews, Sun Sentinel, 31 Aug. 2026
Standing at two hours and 30 minutes, along with a 15-minute intermission, the narrative plants you in the middle of a world of ironies.

— Charlotte Observer, Charlotte Observer, 28 Aug. 2026

Definition of irony

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Its uniquely wide view will also help scientists decode the intricacies of dark matter and dark energy while perhaps clearing up some contradictions about our universe that scientists have been scratching their heads over for decades.

— Monisha Ravisetti, Space.com, 30 Aug. 2026
Not as an idealised image of femininity, but as individuals carrying contradictions, expectations and desires.

— PhotoVogue, Vogue, 29 Aug. 2026

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