nonsensical

[ non-sen-si-kuhl ]

adjective

1. (of words or language) having little or no meaning; making little or no sense:

   A baby's babbling is appealingly nonsensical.

2. (of behavior, conduct, actions, etc.) foolish, senseless, fatuous, or absurd:

   His nonsensical behavior was unusual for such a serious person.

3. objectionable, impudent, insubordinate:

   I refuse to listen to that nonsensical gossip.

4. of trifling importance or of little or no use:

   I've had more than enough of your nonsensical advice!

Other Words From

• non·sensi·cal·ly adverb
• nonsen·si·cali·ty non·sensi·cal·ness noun

Word History and Origins

Origin of nonsensical¹

nonsense + -ical

Example Sentences

He called out Newsom in a largely nonsensical Truth Social post:

From Salon

The Los Angeles Police Protective League, a union that represents about 8,800 police officers, assailed Jurado’s comments, calling them “nonsensical.”

From Los Angeles Times

But sentimental pride in their “burden of leadership,” nonsensical dithering and a gathering fear that the surroundings hold impending doom to them personally, make even crafting the usual gibberish impossible.

From Los Angeles Times

"The show, as I view it, is a fun, nonsensical way of looking at the news through the lens of a game show."

From Salon

The American reportedly contacted the legion on a regular basis with ideas described by one Ukrainian soldier as “nonsensical” and “delusional”.

From BBC

Related Words

• ridiculous
• senseless
• silly
• stupid