de trop

adjective

Definition of de tropnext
as in accessory

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Recent Examples of de trop Perhaps Selena decided a sky-high heel was de trop for her stint on the continent. — Kerry McDermott, Vogue, 21 June 2023
Recent Examples of Synonyms for de trop
  1. accessory
  2. needless
  3. supplementary
  4. additional
  5. unwanted
  6. supplemental
  7. unnecessary
  8. unneeded
Adjective
  • The accessory lineup has become fairly standard across brands.
    — Lauren Jarvis-Gibson, Charlotte Observer, 1 Oct. 2026
  • The back half-acre is described as technically developable, with plans showing potential for two accessory dwelling units.
    — David Caraccio, Sacbee.com, 19 Sep. 2026
Definition of accessory
Adjective
  • Their impressiveness came from their straightforwardness, their precision and generosity of flavor, without needless curlicues or misguided deconstruction.
    — Bill Addison, Los Angeles Times, 27 Sep. 2026
  • Updating your medicine cabinet will take care of any expired medications and reduce needless excess.
    — Louise Parks, Martha Stewart, 16 Sep. 2026
Definition of needless
Adjective
  • If this still feels confusing, consider watching my supplementary video.
    — Los Angeles Times, Los Angeles Times, 25 Sep. 2026
  • Several supplementary online exhibitions let visitors browse some of the collection digitally.
    — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 7 Sep. 2026
Definition of supplementary
Adjective
  • Janelle King, one of four Republicans on the five-member board, said during a meeting Thursday that such a requirement would impose new burdens on county election officials, including possibly having to hire additional poll workers.
    — Arkansas Online, Arkansas Online, 2 Oct. 2026
  • Production capacity takes focus Meeting that demand will require more than securing additional orders.
    — Aamir Khollam, Interesting Engineering, 2 Oct. 2026
Definition of additional
Adjective
  • Duplan took accountability and was allowed to pick up an unwanted Tuesday time slot.
    — William Jones, Miami Herald, 1 Oct. 2026
  • Griffin was the subject of some unwanted attention in April for a $238 million New York City penthouse amid Democratic Socialist mayor Zohran Mamdani’s quest to tax luxury properties whose owners do not live full-time in the city.
    — Brian Boucher, ARTnews.com, 30 Sep. 2026
Definition of unwanted
Adjective
  • The city’s financial participation agreement also includes a potential agreement to pay supplemental public safety costs related to the project for up to 15 years, according to city staff’s presentation.
    — Camryn Dadey, Sacbee.com, 1 Oct. 2026
  • If Secord can’t take in enough calories or water, she may be placed in a medical habitat providing supplemental fluids, electrolytes and medication.
    — Finnegan Belleau, Chicago Tribune, 23 Sep. 2026
Definition of supplemental
Adjective
  • Using public warnings to create concern among subscribers is an unnecessary pressure tactic.
    — Michael Schneider, Variety, 1 Oct. 2026
  • The point is to allow young people to enter the workforce more quickly, avoid unnecessary costs, and continue accumulating skills over time.
    — Nick Lichtenberg, Fortune, 30 Sep. 2026
Definition of unnecessary
Adjective
  • Cheers to boosting your garden’s health while also cutting down on unneeded waste.
    — Caroline Lubinsky, Martha Stewart, 19 Aug. 2026
  • Select a container with good drainage that gives plants a little room to grow into, but not one that is too large, as excess soil holds unneeded moisture.
    — Kim Toscano, Southern Living, 9 Aug. 2026
Definition of unneeded

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“De trop.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/de%20trop. Accessed 7 Oct. 2026.

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