Cool MateMeaning of Unnecessary
In simple words: Not needed or required.
Unnecessary in a sentence
- The extra features on the app are unnecessary and make it confusing to use.
- He realized that his comments were unnecessary and could hurt her feelings.
- I think it's unnecessary to bring your laptop to the meeting when everything is on the agenda.
- Spending so much money on an unnecessary gift can lead to financial trouble.
- She often apologized for her unnecessary rudeness, but it kept happening.
How to use Unnecessary
Use 'unnecessary' when talking about things that do not need to be done or are not essential. It's appropriate in both spoken and written contexts, but could sound overly critical in casual situations.
Grammar pattern
unnecessary + object
Memory hint
Unnecessary sounds like 'un-necessary' — imagine packing a bag with too many clothes that are really un必要.
Related words
Collocations with Unnecessary
Synonyms for Unnecessary
- unjustified
- uncalled for
Common mistakes with Unnecessary
- Confused with 'not necessary' which can imply a softer meaning.
- Using in overly casual settings where simpler words would fit better.
- Incorrectly using it as a noun form instead of an adjective.
Unnecessary appears in
Unnecessary in other languages
- Arabicالعربية
غير ضروري
ليس مطلوبًا أو ضروريًا.
- Bengaliবাংলা
অপ্রয়োজনীয়
প্রয়োজন বা দরকার নেই এমন।
- GermanDeutsch
Unnötig
Nicht benötigt oder erforderlich.
- SpanishEspañol
Innecesario
No necesario o requerido.
- Persianفارسی
غیر ضروری
لازم یا مورد نیاز نیست.
- FrenchFrançais
Inutile
Pas nécessaire ou requis.
- Hindiहिन्दी
अनावश्यक
ज़रूरत या आवश्यक नहीं है।
- ItalianItaliano
Non necessario
Non necessario o richiesto.
- PortuguesePortuguês
Desnecessário
Não é necessário ou exigido.
- RussianРусский
Ненужный
Не нужный или не требующийся.
- Urduاردو
غیر ضروری
ایسی چیز جو ضروری نہ ہو یا درکار نہ ہو۔
- Chinese中文
不必要
不需要或不必要。
More words like Unnecessary
- AbandonB2
To leave someone or something and never return to them.
- AbilityA2
the fact that somebody/something is able to do something
- AbleA2
having the skill, intelligence, opportunity, etc. needed to do something
- AbroadA2
In or to a country that is not one's own.
- AbsoluteB2
total and complete
- AbsolutelyB1
used to emphasize that something is completely true
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Frequently asked questions about Unnecessary
What does Unnecessary mean?
Not needed or required.
What is the definition of Unnecessary?
not needed; more than is needed
How do you use Unnecessary in a sentence?
The extra features on the app are unnecessary and make it confusing to use.
Can you give another example of Unnecessary?
He realized that his comments were unnecessary and could hurt her feelings.
What are synonyms for Unnecessary?
Common alternatives include unjustified, uncalled for.
What is the opposite of Unnecessary?
Opposite meanings include necessary, essential, vital.
What words go with Unnecessary?
It commonly pairs with appear, be, prove, completely, entirely, quite, to, appear, be, prove, completely, entirely, quite, to.
What are common mistakes when using Unnecessary?
Confused with 'not necessary' which can imply a softer meaning. Using in overly casual settings where simpler words would fit better. Incorrectly using it as a noun form instead of an adjective.
How do you pronounce Unnecessary?
US: /["/ʌnˈnesəseri/"]/, UK: /["/ʌnˈnesəsəri/"]/. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.
When should I use Unnecessary?
Use 'unnecessary' when talking about things that do not need to be done or are not essential. It's appropriate in both spoken and written contexts, but could sound overly critical in casual situations.
What CEFR level is Unnecessary?
"Unnecessary" is at B1 level on the CEFR scale.