Definition of surplus

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  • surplus is a valid Scrabble US word with a point value of 9
  • surplus is a valid Scrabble UK word with a point value of 9
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Definition of surplus

  • more than is needed, desired, or required (adjective)

    Examples

    1. surplus cheese distributed to the needy

    Synonyms

    1. excess
    2. extra
    3. redundant
    4. spare
    5. supererogatory
    6. superfluous
    7. supernumerary
  • a quantity much larger than is needed (noun)

    Synonyms

    1. excess
    2. nimiety
    3. surplusage

See definition of surplus in Merriam Webster