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SURPLUSAGE Synonyms

There are 7 synonyms of the word surplusage. (exact relations)
There are 4 hypernyms of the word surplusage. (close relations)
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excess
noun, adjectiven, adj
noun

• a quantity much larger than is needed

• immoderation as a consequence of going beyond sufficient or permitted limits

• the state of being more than full

• excessive indulgence

adjective satellite

• more than is needed, desired, or required

overabundance
nounn
noun

• the state of being more than full

• a quantity that is more than what is appropriate

overage
noun, adjectiven, adj
noun

• a surplus or excess of money or merchandise that is actually on hand and that exceeds expectations

adjective satellite

• too old to be useful

redundancy
nounn
noun

• repetition of messages to reduce the probability of errors in transmission

• the attribute of being superfluous and unneeded

• (electronics) a system design that duplicates components to provide alternatives in case one component fails

• repetition of an act needlessly

superfluity
nounn
noun

• extreme excess

nimiety
nounn
noun

• a quantity much larger than is needed

surplus
noun, adjectiven, adj
noun

• a quantity much larger than is needed

adjective satellite

• more than is needed, desired, or required

Best Hypernyms For SURPLUSAGE

Here is a list of related hypernyms for surplusage, these are close relations that fall within the same topic. Most relevant words are highlighted and in order.
Words (4)
overabundance overmuch overmuchness superabundance

Alternatives for EXCESS

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