The phrase "apparent absurdity" refers to something that seems completely ridiculous or illogical at first glance, but actually has a deeper meaning or purpose once examined more closely. Full definition
It would be rash to deny the appeal this tragic view has for us humans, all of whom are beset at times (sometimes for long periods of time) with the apparent absurdity of events and experiences. (religion-online.org)
Of course there have always been thinkers who adopt a «tragic» interpretation of existence and who instruct us to resign ourselves to the apparent absurdity of this universe, to the cosmic indifference made even more «obvious» by the discoveries of modern science. (religion-online.org)