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• adjective (Context 1)

Relating to pataphysics, the parodic, absurd pseudo-science of imaginary solutions created by French writer Alfred Jarry.

Usage Example

"The play's dadaist humor left the audience both bewildered and amused by its intentionally nonsensical logic."

Strong
dadaist
surreal

• adjective (Context 2)

Intentionally nonsensical, overly complex, or absurd, especially in a way that mimics profound philosophical or scientific reasoning.

Usage Example

"He offered a rather absurd explanation for why his alarm clock failed to go off, involving imaginary time dilation and the alignment of distant stars."

Strong
absurd
nonsensical
surreal
farcical

Opposites of pataphysical

Looking for antonyms? The opposite of pataphysical varies depending on the context. Here are a few common opposites:

logical
rational
realistic
sensible
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