superfluously
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/suːˈpɜːrfluəsli/
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/suːˈpɜːflʊəsli/
(superfluous)
unnecessary excess
Etymology
Etymology Information
'superfluous' originates from Latin, specifically the word 'superfluus,' where 'super-' meant 'over' and 'fluere' meant 'to flow.'
Historical Evolution
'superfluus' transformed into the Old French word 'superflue,' and eventually became the modern English word 'superfluous' through Middle English.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'overflowing or excessive,' and over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'unnecessary or excessive.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adverb 1
in a manner that is more than is needed or wanted; unnecessarily.
He superfluously added details to the story that were not needed.
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Last updated: 2025/02/08 09:36