Meaning & Definition of word "Redundant"
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Redundant
/rɪˈdʌndənt/
adjective:
- 1. Not or no longer needed or useful; superfluous.
- Example: The report was deemed redundant due to the availability of more recent data.
- 2. Characterized by verbosity or unnecessary repetition.
- Example: Her speech was filled with redundant phrases that made it difficult to follow her main points.
- 3. Occurring more than once; repetitive.
- Example: The design included redundant features that added complexity without enhancing functionality.
Etymology
From Latin 'redundans', present participle of 'redundare', meaning 'to overflow'.
Common Phrases and Expressions
redundant clause:
A clause that can be removed without changing the meaning of a sentence.
redundant workers:
Employees who are no longer needed due to job cuts or automation.
redundant data:
Data that is repeated or duplicated unnecessarily.
Related Words
redundancy:
The state of being redundant; unnecessary repetition.
redundantly:
In a redundant manner; unnecessarily.
Slang Meanings of redundant
Meaning: Going through the motions.
Example Sentence: His answer was so redundant, it felt like he was just going through the motions.
Meaning: Overkill.
Example Sentence: Implementing a new team was total overkill for that redundant task.