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ナンセンス

An idea, statement, or situation that is illogical, ridiculous, or absurd.

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ノンセンス alternative spelling
Noun, Na-adjective

Nonsense" / "Absurd

Describes ideas, rules, or arguments that lack logic or meaning.

Example

彼 の 言い訳 は 全く の ナンセンス だ 。

His excuse is complete nonsense.

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ナンセンス
ナンセンス
An idea, statement, or situation that is illogical, ridiculous, or absurd.
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