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superfluous vs supernumerary

supernumerary vs superfluous

superfluous is not a noun while supernumerary is a noun.

superfluous and supernumerary both are adjectives.

Word NounAdjectiveVerbAdverb
superfluous No Yes No No
supernumerary Yes Yes No No
As adjectives, superfluous and supernumerary are synonyms defined as:
  • superfluous and supernumerary: more than is needed, desired, or required
Other synonyms of superfluous include excess, extra, redundant, spare, supererogatory, surplus.
superfluous (noun) supernumerary (noun)
a minor actor in crowd scenes
a person serving no apparent function
superfluous (adjective) supernumerary (adjective)
more than is needed, desired, or required more than is needed, desired, or required
serving no useful purpose; having no excuse for being
Difference between superfluous and supernumerary

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