How to Pronounce Absurdism

To pronounce "absurdism", say ABS-urd-ism — 3 syllables, IPA /əbˈsɜːdˌɪz.m̩/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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/əbˈsɜːdˌɪz.m̩/

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💡 Tip for remembering “absurdism”

"absurdism" has 3 syllables: abs-urd-ism.

What does absurdism mean?

noun

  1. A philosophy which holds that the universe is chaotic and irrational and that any attempt to impose order will ultimately fail.
  2. Absurdity, something that is absurd

Related words

pataphysicsanarchologyacosmismchaoticsalogismphilosophyabstractionismuniversology

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "absurdism"?▾

"Absurdism" has 3 syllables: abs · urd · ism.

What is the IPA transcription of "absurdism"?▾

The IPA transcription of "absurdism" is /əbˈsɜːdˌɪz.m̩/.

What does "absurdism" mean?▾

Absurdism: A philosophy which holds that the universe is chaotic and irrational and that any attempt to impose order will ultimately fail.

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