preposterously
adjectiveHow many syllables in preposterously?
There are 5 syllables in the word preposterously.How to pronounce preposterously:
Definition of preposterously:
- preposterously (adjective):
- contrary to nature, reason, or common sense absurd
Synonyms for preposterously:
incrediblyunbelievablysenselesslyfoolishlyidioticallyunreasonablyludicrouslyridiculouslyinanelyirrationallyAntonyms for preposterously:
seriouslysomewhatthoughtfullydiplomaticallyskillfullypracticallyshrewdlysensiblyplausiblysoberlyShow 15 more
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