redundant

adjectiveCommon GRE wordMore R words

exceeding what is necessary; superfluous or needlessly repetitive

In a sentence

Redundant in a sentence

Here is an example sentence showing redundant in a sentence.

The editor cut every redundant phrase until the prose was lean and direct.

Synonyms

superfluousexcessivesurplusunnecessary

Antonyms

essentialnecessaryconcise

Keep going

holding or expressing an opinion with extreme and uncompromising zeal

a person skilled at telling entertaining anecdotes and stories

to complain bitterly or protest in harsh, abusive language

to talk or write at length in a confused, aimless way

spreading or flourishing unchecked, especially of something harmful

loosely held together and on the verge of collapse from neglect

bitter, long-lasting resentment or ill will

marked by deep-seated bitterness or hostility

Common questions

Redundant (adjective) means exceeding what is necessary; superfluous or needlessly repetitive

Here is redundant used in an example sentence: "The editor cut every redundant phrase until the prose was lean and direct."

Common synonyms for redundant include superfluous, excessive, surplus, unnecessary.

Antonyms of redundant include essential, necessary, concise.

Redundant is a GRE-level vocabulary word worth knowing for the Verbal section.

Vocabulary sticks when you meet it in real sentences. Practise these words inside text completion and sentence equivalence questions.