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supererogatory vs spare

spare vs supererogatory

supererogatory is not a noun while spare is a noun.

supererogatory and spare both are adjectives.

supererogatory is not a verb while spare is a verb.

Word NounAdjectiveVerbAdverb
supererogatory No Yes No No
spare Yes Yes Yes No
As adjectives, supererogatory and spare are synonyms defined as:
  • supererogatory and spare: more than is needed, desired, or required
Other synonyms of supererogatory include excess, extra, redundant, superfluous, supernumerary, surplus.
supererogatory (noun) spare (noun)
a score in tenpins; knocking down all ten after rolling two balls
an extra car wheel and tire for a four-wheel vehicle
an extra component of a machine or other apparatus
supererogatory (adjective) spare (adjective)
more than is needed, desired, or required lacking in magnitude or quantity
thin and fit
lacking embellishment or ornamentation
not taken up by scheduled activities
more than is needed, desired, or required
kept in reserve especially for emergency use
supererogatory (verb) spare (verb)
use frugally or carefully
give up what is not strictly needed
refrain from harming
save or relieve from an experience or action
Difference between supererogatory and spare

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