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inessential

3 synonyms and 1 antonym for inessential, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.

Adj — Not necessary.

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1. adj

Not necessary.

“Leave inessential items behind when there is a fire alarm.”

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2. adj

Without real substance or existence.

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