Inessential: meaning, definitions and examples

Similar to 'inessential,' it is used to describe something that is not necessary. Commonly used in everyday speech and writing.

• He packed several inessential items for the trip

Commonly used in both formal and informal contexts to indicate that something is not needed. It’s straightforward and easily understood.

• It is unnecessary to bring so many tools; we only need a few

Use this word when something is more than what is needed or required. It often carries a slight negative connotation of wastefulness.

• Her superfluous comments during the meeting were distracting

Best used when referring to something that is irrelevant or unrelated to the subject at hand. It often has a connotation of being a distraction.

• Please remove any extraneous information from your presentation

Similar to the first entry for 'inessential'; repeated for redundancy elimination

• The decorative pillows on the couch are inessential
• In a survival scenario, most of our everyday comforts are considered inessential

Use this word when referring to something that is not essential or necessary, commonly interchangeable with 'inessential' but more straightforward and neutral in tone.

• Workers were advised to avoid any nonessential travel during the pandemic
• The manual contains several nonessential sections which can be skipped

This word should be used to describe something that is not essential but is associated with great comfort, elegance, or expense. It carries a positive connotation of indulgence and pleasure.

• Going on a cruise is a luxury that not everyone can afford
• High-end brands often market their products as luxury items

This word is best used when referring to something that adds to the primary object or purpose, usually enhancing its appearance or function, but is not crucial. It often implies a sense of added value or decoration.

• She wore a beautiful necklace as an accessory to her dress
• The phone case is a popular accessory for smartphones