English · Adjectives
unnecessary
/ʌnˈnes.ə.ser.i/
[/ʌnˈnes.ə.ser.i/]
not needed
Intermediateadjective
Definition
Not needed and able to be avoided.
Example
Buying a third umbrella was unnecessary since we already had two at home.
Buying a third umbrella was unnecessary since we already had two at home.
Etymology
From 'un-' plus 'necessary'.
How & Where It’s Used
Used to point out waste or excess.