superfluous

ˈsu

soo

perf

pɜrf

pērf

luous

ˌlwəs

lvēs

/suːpˈɜːfluːəs/

Definition & Meaning of "superfluous"in English

superfluous

ADJECTIVE

beyond what is necessary or required

additive

excess

extra

inessential

needless

Disapproving

Formal

Examples

The lengthy introduction was filled with superfluous details, delaying the main point of the presentation.

He trimmed the manuscript to remove superfluous chapters, streamlining the plot.

serving no real purpose or function

bootless

fruitless

futile

moot

otiose

Disapproving

Formal

Examples

The design included superfluous features that complicated its use without adding value.

In the meeting, she avoided superfluous comments, sticking to the main points.

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Definition & Meaning of "superfluous"in English

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