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Nonsensical

usgb/ˌnɑːnˈsensɪkl/Volume
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Often DismissivePlay
Indicates the speaker thinks an idea or argument lacks seriousness or is unworthy of consideration. SlideHer theory was dismissed as nonsensical by the experts.
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Expressing ConfusionPlay
Highlights that something is so unclear or poorly explained, it's difficult to understand. SlideThe lecture was so complex, it sounded nonsensical to newcomers.
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Humor or SarcasmPlay
Nonsensical can be used humorously or sarcastically to poke fun at something silly or irrational. SlideWe laughed at the nonsensical plot of the comedy film.