Synonyms of supernumerary
8 similar words
Another word for supernumerary is super. Other synonyms of supernumerary are supe, epactal, supranumerary, superfluous and unnecessary.
Synonyms and similar words for supernumerary
adjectiveBeyond the prescribed or standard amount or number; excess, extra.
- epactalIntercalated; supernumerary.
adjectiveOf an organ or structure: additional to what is normally present.
- supranumerarySupernumerary.
adjectiveBeyond what is necessary; redundant.
- superfluousIn excess of what is required or sufficient.
- unnecessary
- unneededNot needed.
- unwantedNot wanted; unwelcome.
Meaning of supernumerary
- noun A person who works in a group, association, or public office without forming part of the regular staff (the numerary).
- noun An extra or walk-on, often non-speaking, in a film or play; a spear carrier.
- noun Something which is beyond the prescribed or standard amount or number.
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Questions about synonyms of supernumerary
- What is another word for supernumerary?
- Supernumerary has 8 synonyms on Word.ws, such as super, supe, epactal, supranumerary, superfluous, unnecessary, unneeded and unwanted.
- What does supernumerary mean?
- Supernumerary means a person who works in a group, association, or public office without forming part of the regular staff (the numerary).
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