superfluously

C2
Pronunciation
/su̇-ˈpər-flü-əs/
/su̇-ˈpər-flə-wəs/
Adjective
4 definition(s)
1 Definition

exceeding what is sufficient or necessary : extra

Example Sentences
  • Desserts after meals as sweet as these might be superfluous.—Sam Sifton
2 Definition

not needed : unnecessary

Example Sentences
  • The concept of a summer scarf—even one this light—is superfluous yet chic.—Liana Satenstein
3 Definition

obsolete : marked by wastefulness : extravagant

4 Definition

going beyond what is enough or necessary : extra