Definition

An excessive amount of something that is not needed or is unnecessary.

Example

The superfluity of decorations made the room feel cluttered.

Conversation

I think we often accumulate a lot of superfluity in our lives, don’t you?

Absolutely! It’s easy to get caught up in buying things we don’t really need.

Yeah, I’ve been trying to declutter and focus on what truly matters instead of all that excess.

That’s a great idea! Living simply can really help reduce that sense of superfluity.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Superfluity → It is formed from "super-" (meaning above or over) and "fluere" (meaning to flow). The word describes something that flows over or beyond what is necessary, indicating excess or surplus.

Memory Tip

Think of something that flows 'above' ('super-') what is needed ('fluere') — that's why superfluity means an excess or surplus.

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