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supernumerary vs unnecessary

unnecessary vs supernumerary

supernumerary is a noun but unnecessary is not a noun.

supernumerary and unnecessary both are adjectives.

Word NounAdjectiveVerbAdverb
supernumerary Yes Yes No No
unnecessary No Yes No No
supernumerary (noun) unnecessary (noun)
a minor actor in crowd scenes
a person serving no apparent function
supernumerary (adjective) unnecessary (adjective)
more than is needed, desired, or required not necessary
Difference between supernumerary and unnecessary

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