adjective

orimlig

unreasonable

Något som inte är rättvist, klokt eller möjligt att godta.

Definition & meaning

Orimlig means unreasonable, implausible, or excessive, depending on the context.

  • An argument or demand can be unreasonable.
  • An explanation can be implausible or unlikely to be true.
  • A price or amount can be excessive or unjustifiably high.

Grammar & Word origin

Orimlig is an adjective. Its forms are orimligt in the neuter and orimliga in the plural and definite forms.

It consists of the prefix o-, meaning “un-” or “not,” and rimlig , meaning “reasonable” or “plausible.”

Synonyms & antonyms

Synonyms:

  • oskälig — unreasonable or unfair, especially for demands, prices, or conditions.
  • otrolig — unbelievable or hard to believe; unlike orimlig, it can also mean “incredible” in a positive sense.
  • överdriven — exaggerated or excessive, emphasizing that something goes too far.

Antonyms:

  • rimlig — reasonable, plausible, or fair.
  • skälig — fair or reasonable, especially in relation to prices or conditions.

Common phrases & collocations

  • en orimlig begäran — an unreasonable request
  • ett orimligt pris — an excessive price
  • en orimlig förklaring — an implausible explanation

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Examples

Det är orimligt att bära en jacka i solen.adjective

It is unreasonable to wear a jacket in the sun.

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