preposterous
US /prɪˈpɑː.stɚ.əs/
UK /prɪˈpɒs.tər.əs/
形容词
荒谬的, 荒唐的, 可笑的
contrary to reason or common sense; utterly absurd or ridiculous
示例:
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The idea that the sun revolves around the earth is preposterous.
太阳绕着地球转的想法是荒谬的。
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It's preposterous to suggest that he would steal the money.
暗示他会偷钱真是荒唐。