Ridiculous vs Ridiculus
Understand why "ridiculous" is correct and "ridiculus" is wrong.
ridiculus
Incorrect spelling - ""Ridiculus"" is a misspelling missing letters.
"ridiculus" is a common misspelling of "ridiculous". Always use "ridiculous" when referring to the correct word.
ridiculous
Correct spelling - The proper way to spell this word.
"Ridiculous" means deserving mockery or absurd.
Definition of ridiculous
"ridiculous": "Ridiculous" means deserving mockery or absurd.
This word is commonly used in everyday conversation and writing.
Synonyms for ridiculous
- • absurd
- • laughable
- • preposterous
Usage Examples
"Correct:" The idea sounds ridiculous.
"Correct:" That excuse is ridiculous.
"Correct:" He made a ridiculous claim.
"Correct:" It looks ridiculous.
"Incorrect:" The idea sounds ridiculus.
Notes:
- • Ends with -ous.
- • Often shortened incorrectly.
- • Advanced vocabulary word.
- • Used in criticism.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Correct spelling?
A: Ridiculous.
Q: Is ridiculus correct?
A: No.
Q: Meaning?
A: Absurd or laughable.
Q: Common error?
A: Missing letters.
Summary
"Ridiculous" is the correct spelling meaning absurd. "Ridiculus" is incorrect.