adjective

nonsensical

Nonsensical (adjective) means making no sense; absurd or illogical. Example: “The plot of the movie was completely nonsensical.”

adjective

Making no sense; absurd or illogical.

"The plot of the movie was completely nonsensical."

"His explanation for being late was frankly nonsensical."

How to use nonsensical

Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishDescribing something that doesn't logically add up or make any sense.

Common pairings

nonsensical argument utterly nonsensical

Word forms

more nonsensical comparative, most nonsensical superlative

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Etymology

From nonsense plus the adjective suffix -ical.

Rhymes for nonsensical

musical comical radical medical logical lyrical typical cynical optical magical ethical inimical

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Frequently asked questions

What does “nonsensical” mean?

The word “nonsensical” means making no sense; absurd or illogical. In plain terms, describing something that doesn't logically add up or make any sense.

How do you use “nonsensical” in a sentence?

Here is “nonsensical” used in a sentence: “The plot of the movie was completely nonsensical.”

What part of speech is “nonsensical”?

“Nonsensical” is an adjective.

What is the meaning of nonsensical?

"nonsensical" (adjective) means making no sense; absurd or illogical.