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nonessential

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Nonessential (adj) means not needed or necessary.

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Not needed or necessary.

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C2 · Advanced serendipity Fortunate discoveries made entirely by accident.

Gen Z slang rizz Charm — the ability to attract a romantic interest.

B2 · Intermediate empathy The capacity to share another person’s feelings.

C1 · Advanced nonchalant Casually calm and relaxed; unconcerned.

Internet slang delulu Delusional — believing something against the odds.

Etymology nostalgia Greek nostos “return home” + algos “pain”.

C2 · Advanced serendipity Fortunate discoveries made entirely by accident.

Gen Z slang rizz Charm — the ability to attract a romantic interest.

B2 · Intermediate empathy The capacity to share another person’s feelings.

C1 · Advanced nonchalant Casually calm and relaxed; unconcerned.

Internet slang delulu Delusional — believing something against the odds.

Etymology nostalgia Greek nostos “return home” + algos “pain”.

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Synonyms

accidental incidental

Antonyms

required mandatory necessary essential

Related words

need important certain key necessary required basic critical

Rhymes for nonessential

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Frequently asked questions

What is the meaning of nonessential?

"nonessential" (adj) means not needed or necessary.

What is another word for nonessential?

Other words for "nonessential" include accidental, incidental.

What is the opposite of nonessential?

Opposites of "nonessential" include required, mandatory, necessary, essential.

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