Needless

//ˈniːdləs//

Word Type

Adverb

Adjective

Adjective

The word "needless" can be used as adverb, adjective and adjective.

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Derived Terms

needless to say needlessness

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Related Terms

need unnecessary

Similar Terms

unnecessary unneeded

Synonym Network

superfluous uncalled for unnecessary

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