Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

furshlugginer

Adjective
fər-ˈshlə-gə-nər
Definition
A Yiddish term used to describe someone or something that is considered absurd, ineffective, or ridiculous.
Examples
  • After that furshlugginer meeting, I couldn’t help but laugh at how unproductive it was.

  • He has a furshlugginer way of always being late, which drives everyone crazy.

Meaning
The word encapsulates feelings of frustration or disappointment towards an ill-fated situation or person, often used humorously or lightheartedly.
Synonyms
  • absurd
  • ridiculous
  • ineffectual