Synonyms of superfluous

superfluous

adjective

su̇-ˈpər-flü-əs 

as in extra

being over what is needed

cleared off all the superfluous stuff on his desk to make room for the new computer

Synonyms & Similar Words

• extra
• excess
• surplus
• spare
• unnecessary
• redundant
• unwanted
• additional
• supernumerary
• supererogatory
• unneeded
• supplementary
• extraneous
• unessential
• ample
• needless
• dispensable
• accessory
• nonessential
• supplemental
• gratuitous
• plentiful
• copious
• abundant
• bountiful
• plenteous
• uncalled-for
• de trop

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• inadequate
• insufficient
• short
• scarce
• poor
• deficient
• sparse
• meager
• scanty
• scant
• skimpy
• shortish

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of superfluous

Moments like this are really what Housewives is supposed to be about — a genuine sisterhood with deep ties that take precedence over superfluous conflicts. — Tom Smyth, Vulture, 17 Sep. 2026

Overall, our whole testing team agrees that nonstick surfaces are superfluous when applied to pans other than skillets or sauté pans. — Wilder Davies, Bon Appetit Magazine, 17 Sep. 2026

Chinese leaders have acknowledged that the country’s statist economy leads to involution, or excessive domestic competition and superfluous production—a situation that is unlikely to change any time soon. — Chad P. Bown, Foreign Affairs, 1 Sep. 2026

Once considered a superfluous step, face mists have since become a more purposeful—and enjoyable—part of our skin care routines. — Jenny Jin, Glamour, 28 Aug. 2026

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