rediculous
Incorrect spelling, explanation: rediculous is an incorrect form since the word comes from Latin ridiculus. The correct form is ridiculous just like its Latin origin – starting with ri-, not re-. Taking all of the above into consideration we know that ridiculous is the correct form.
ridiculous
Correct spelling, explanation: the word ridiculous is a Latin-origin word, from ridiculus, also spelled with i at the beginning. There is no other form that would point to rediculous being the correct one, so it is definitely a mistake; probably a typo.
Definition of ridiculous:
adjective, absurd
I look ridiculous in this hat, I need another one for this outfit.
Don’t be ridiculous! There is nothing wrong with your plans!
ridicullous
Incorrect spelling
ridiculus
Incorrect spelling
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Just send him this link? Or if that’s still not enough then maybe purchase an official English dictionary to prove your point…?
My brother and I are in an argument about the spelling of ridiculous. He’s still convinced that it’s rediculous. I know this is ridiculous, but could you confirm this is the right spelling?
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