absurdist

adjective

ab·​surd·​ist əb-ˈsər-dist How to pronounce absurdist (audio)
-ˈzər-
: of, relating to, or characterized by the absurd or by absurdism : absurd
absurdist literature
an absurdist sense of humor
absurdist noun

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The prolific and iconoclastic filmmaker — who was previously a successful French electronic musician and record producer — is known for his absurdist and quirky sense of humor, as well as his boldness that stands out in the French cinema landscape. Elsa Keslassy, Variety, 6 Oct. 2025 Its instructions are vague, its arguments belabored and its absurdist fables too plentiful. Book Marks october 2, Literary Hub, 2 Oct. 2025 Israeli filmmaker Nadav Lapid’s latest tour de force is an absurdist, boldly surprising condemnation of his homeland. Christian Blauvelt, IndieWire, 30 Sep. 2025 This unclassifiable mix of absurdist comedy, family drama, and nerve-jangling set pieces is completely its own beast. David Fear, Rolling Stone, 27 Sep. 2025 See All Example Sentences for absurdist

Word History

Etymology

absurd entry 1 + -ist entry 1 (probably after French absurdiste)

First Known Use

1946, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of absurdist was in 1946

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“Absurdist.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/absurdist. Accessed 17 Oct. 2025.

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