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Positive words for ridiculous
3 meanings here, and which alternative fits which situation.
11 alternatives 3 meanings 8 have their own page Updated
Keep it honest
When ridiculous means foolish or unreasonable, such as a ridiculous rule or a ridiculous price, there is no kind word that stays true. Say what is wrong with it instead.
Funny on purpose 4
Funny in a strange or silly way, and enjoyed as such.
When everyone is laughing with it, not at someone
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playful
comical
Fits when the scene or the outfit is funny because it is silly
Not when someone is being laughed at against their wish
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playful
Fits when the humor is wild and harmless, as in a zany comedy
Not when the behavior is careless or unsafe
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everyday
Fits when something is very funny and meant to be
Not when the subject is serious, or the humor is at someone's expense
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literary
Fits when the oddness is gentle and charming, as in a whimsical drawing
Not when the thing is merely foolish, not charming
Daringly ambitious 3
Showing an unusual willingness to take risks, in a plan or a goal.
When a plan sounds too big but deserves respect
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everyday
Fits when an idea takes a big risk with confidence
Not when the idea is careless rather than brave
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professional
Fits when a goal is very large and someone is working toward it
Not when the goal is impossible and the word hides that
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professional
Fits when a plan is bold to the point of daring, and deserves respect
Not when the plan is reckless, with no means to deliver it
Unbelievably good 4
Extremely good, so good it is hard to believe.
When ridiculous is casual praise
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playful
outrageous
Fits when in casual speech, something is shockingly good, as in outrageous talent
Not when the reader may hear the word's usual sense, shocking and wrong
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everyday
Fits when something is so good it is hard to believe, as in an incredible meal
Not when a formal review needs a reason, not a superlative
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everyday
unbelievable
Fits when the good result is surprising, as in an unbelievable comeback
Not when a reader might take it literally, as in not believable
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warm
Fits when an achievement or a talent is far beyond the usual
Not when the thing is good but ordinary; phenomenal overpraises
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