Unnecessary

11 lettersadjectivecommon

Updated June 2026

Definition

Not needed, required, or essential for a particular purpose. It describes something superfluous or avoidable.

“Taking unnecessary risks could jeopardise the success of the project.”

Pronunciation

IPA

/ʌnˈnɛ.sə.s(ə)rɪ /, /ʌnˈnɛ.səˌsɛ.rɪ/

Syllables

un·nec·es·sar·y

Related Words

Synonyms

needlesssuperfluousredundant

Antonyms

necessary

Word Game Tips

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Wordle

Contains four E's and four N's; UN- prefix and double N pattern

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Scrabble

Worth 14 points; excellent for using multiple N's and E's

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