Definition of superfluous

Scrabble & Words with friends points


  • superfluous is a valid Scrabble US word with a point value of 16
  • superfluous is a valid Scrabble UK word with a point value of 16
  • superfluous is a valid Words with friends word with a point value of 21

Definition of superfluous


  • serving no useful purpose; having no excuse for being (adjective)

    Synonyms

    1. otiose
    2. pointless
    3. purposeless
    4. senseless
    5. wasted
  • more than is needed, desired, or required (adjective)

    Examples

    1. delete superfluous (or unnecessary) words

    Synonyms

    1. excess
    2. extra
    3. redundant
    4. spare
    5. supererogatory
    6. supernumerary
    7. surplus

See definition of superfluous in Merriam Webster