risible

Example Sentences

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It’s clear that George has married above himself, but his shortcomings come off as risible rather than oppressive, and it’s hard not to feel protective of him as he’s being pummeled to a pulp.

From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 25, 2026

The idea that it can roam the globe on its own, ending wars with no base of power or authority, is risible.

From Slate • Jan. 28, 2026

The union boss described the pay offer made from the Rail Delivery Group, which represents train companies, as "risible".

From BBC • Nov. 16, 2023

Among his more risible claims is that 29 of the 56 signers of the Declaration of Independence were lay ministers.

From Salon • Nov. 4, 2023

Some passages excite tears, whilst certain high-sounding sentences, with meaning insignificant, are irresistibly risible.

From The Grecian Daughter by Murphy, Arthur