superfluities

Meanings

• noun

  Unnecessary or excessive things or actions

  - "The superfluities of the rich often include multiple homes and expensive cars."
  - "Despite his best efforts, he could not eliminate all the superfluities from his budget."

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Antonyms

necessity , necessity

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Variants

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superfluities , superfluity

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Etymology

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From the Latin word 'superfluitas' meaning 'abundance, excess'.

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Trivia

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1. The term 'superfluities' was commonly used in the 17th and 18th centuries to refer to the excesses of the wealthy.

2. Superfluities can also refer to unnecessary or excessive thoughts or emotions.

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Related Concepts

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1. luxuries: Superfluities can be considered a type of luxury, something not necessary but enjoyable.

2. excess: Superfluities refer to an excess or surplus of something.

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Culture

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Superfluities have been a common theme in literature and philosophy, often representing excess or waste.

How to Memorize "superfluities"

1. visualize
   

   - Visualize a room filled with unnecessary items, such as multiple televisions or extravagant decorations.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the word 'superfluities' with the idea of excess or waste.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Use the mnemonic 'Superfluous Items Unnecessary Total Excess' to remember the definition.

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