superfluous

Pronunciation

• (US) IPA ^(key): /suːˈpɝːflu.əs/

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Adjective

Positive superfluous

Comparative more superfluous

Superlative most superfluous

1. If something is superfluous, it is more (or has more) than what is needed.
   • Synonym: unnecessary

   Since you are walking along a sheltered walkway, having an umbrella with you would be superfluous.