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superfluous

/sʌpərˈfluː.ʃəs/ adjective · British & US

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What does superfluous mean?

adjective

More than is needed or wanted; excessive. Exceeding what is necessary or sufficient.

Example

"The designer's use of glitter was superfluous and detracted from the overall aesthetic."

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Words that share this root

superfluity superfluously superfluity fluorine

What's another word for superfluous?

excessive unnecessary redundant superabundant luxuriant overabundant

What's the opposite of superfluous?

insufficient deficient meager

Rhymes with superfluous

abundant fluent luent plentiful