Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

absurdist

noun

[əbˈsɜrdɪst]

Definition

A person who believes or is engaged in the philosophical perspective of absurdism.

Examples

The play was written by an absurdist who embraced the chaos of life.
Many absurdists argue that traditional narratives fail to capture the true nature of human existence.

Meaning

Absurdist refers to someone who recognizes that life can be irrational and meaningless, yet still seeks to find personal meaning or to assert their existence amidst this chaos.