Definitions
- Describing something that is unnecessary or excessive. - Referring to something that is surplus or redundant. - Talking about something that is not needed or adds no value to a situation.
- Describing something that is repeated unnecessarily. - Referring to something that is surplus or excess. - Talking about something that is not needed or adds no value to a situation.
List of Similarities
- 1Both words describe something that is not needed or adds no value.
- 2Both words refer to something that is surplus or excessive.
- 3Both words can be used to criticize or eliminate unnecessary elements.
- 4Both words have negative connotations.
What is the difference?
- 1Usage: Superfluousness is more commonly used in formal writing, while redundancy is more common in everyday language.
- 2Focus: Superfluousness emphasizes excess or unnecessary elements, while redundancy emphasizes repetition or duplication.
- 3Scope: Superfluousness can refer to anything that is not needed, while redundancy specifically refers to repetition or duplication.
- 4Connotation: Superfluousness can imply a lack of elegance or refinement, while redundancy can imply a lack of clarity or conciseness.
Remember this!
Superfluousness and redundancy are synonyms that describe something that is not needed or adds no value. However, the difference between them lies in their usage, origin, focus, scope, and connotation. Superfluousness is more formal, emphasizes excess or unnecessary elements, and can refer to anything that is not needed. Redundancy is more common, emphasizes repetition or duplication, and specifically refers to unnecessary repetition. Both words have negative connotations and can be used to criticize or eliminate unnecessary elements.
