Patently absurd Crossword Clue

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Patently absurd Crossword Answer

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(adjective)
1. very foolish
2. afflicted with or characteristic of mental derangement

Hint 2: Clue Definitions

PATENTLY (adverb)
1. unmistakably (`plain’ is often used informally for `plainly’)
ABSURD (noun)
1. a situation in which life seems irrational and meaningless
ABSURD (adjective)
1. so unreasonable as to invite derision
2. inconsistent with reason or logic or common sense

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