unnecessary

/ʌnnˈɛsəsəɹi/

/ənˈnɛsəˌsɛɹi/

unnecessary

not needed at all or more that necessary

synonyms : unneeded

antonyms : necessary

Examples

1. Instead of saving for the future, she was throwing money out of the window on unnecessary luxury items.

2. As a responsible business owner, she always cuts her coat according to her cloth, avoiding unnecessary expenses.

3. During the recession, many families had to tighten their belts and cut back on unnecessary expenses.

4. She often used credit cards for unnecessary shopping, which resulted in living beyond her means and accumulating debt.