Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
superfluous
Adjective
/suːˈpɜːr.flu.əs/
Definition
Unnecessary; more than enough.
Examples
- She offered many superfluous details in her report that distracted from the main point.
- The superfluous decorations made the room feel cluttered and overwhelming.
- He realized that his superfluous spending on luxury items was not sustainable.
Meaning
The term ‘superfluous’ refers to something that is excessive or not needed, often leading to redundancy or an overflow of quantity.
Synonyms
- Excessive
- Unnecessary
- Redundant
- Surplus
- Extra
