The word absurd has several meanings, but in its most common usage it refers to something that is ridiculous or nonsensical. It suggests a lack of logic, reason or sense and can be used to describe situations, actions or ideas that are illogical, irrational or unreasonable. The term absurdity is often associated with the concept of the Absurd, which is a philosophical idea suggesting that human existence has no inherent meaning or value, and that life's events can be random and devoid of rational explanation.