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How do you spell Ridiculous?

Correct spelling

ridiculous

RIDICUL + OUS. I not E.

Why is ridiculous spelled this way?

From Latin ridiculosus, laughable. RIDERE (to laugh). Something ridiculous invites laughter — absurdity that refuses to take itself seriously.

Common misspellings of ridiculous

rediculousridiculusridiculiousrediculus

Example

The idea was absolutely ridiculous.

Frequently asked questions

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The correct spelling is "ridiculous". RIDICUL + OUS. I not E.
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