gratuitous
uncalled for or unwarranted; done without good reason
Word origin: From Latin gratuitus, given freely, from gratia, favor.
Gratuitous in a sentence
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Critics objected to the film's gratuitous violence, which added nothing to the story.
Critics objected to the film's gratuitous violence, which advanced neither plot nor character.
Using “gratuitous” well
Gratuitous means done without good reason, hence uncalled-for or unwarranted. A second sense is given freely or without charge, but the GRE usually tests the disapproving meaning of needless.
More GRE words starting with G
an embarrassing social mistake or blunder, especially in a public setting
providing profit or income; productive
in a way that yields profit or useful result
to deny or contradict; to declare false
one who denies, opposes, or contradicts
bold, brazen impudence or nerve
causing irritation or resentment; vexing
producing a sudden, startling burst of energy or excitement
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