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redundant

adjective/rɪˈdʌnənt/

definition

not or no longer needed or useful due to being unnecessary or superfluous

example

After the recent software update, many features became redundant and were removed from the program.

synonyms
unnecessarysurplussuperfluous
word origin — from Latin 'redundans', meaning 'overflowing' or 'abundant'

TOEFL Vocabulary — Set 88

Set 88 of TOEFL Vocabulary covers 5 words: redundant, meddlesome, erratic, solicitous, resolute. Each entry below includes its definition, an example sentence, and synonyms — practice them with the interactive cards above.

  1. redundant · adjective/rɪˈdʌnənt/

    not or no longer needed or useful due to being unnecessary or superfluous

    After the recent software update, many features became redundant and were removed from the program.

    Synonyms: unnecessary, surplus, superfluous

    Origin: from Latin 'redundans', meaning 'overflowing' or 'abundant'

  2. meddlesome · adjective/mɛd(ə)l.səm/

    involving oneself in matters not related to one's business or interfering in others' affairs

    Her meddlesome nature often caused tension among her friends, as she couldn't resist offering unsolicited advice on their personal lives.

    Synonyms: intrusive, officious, interfering

    Origin: The word 'meddlesome' originates from the verb 'meddle', which comes from the Middle English 'meddlen', itself derived from the Old English 'meddian', meaning 'to mix or interfere'.

  3. erratic · adjective/ɪˈrætɪk/

    irregular or unpredictable in behavior or performance

    The weather has been so erratic lately that we can’t plan our outdoor events with any certainty.

    Synonyms: unpredictable, inconsistent, irregular

    Origin: from Latin 'erraticus', meaning 'straying' or 'wandering', derived from 'errare', meaning 'to wander' or 'to err'

  4. solicitous · adjective/səˈlɪsɪtəs/

    full of concern or care for someone or something

    The solicitous nurse checked on her patient every hour to make sure he was comfortable and recovering well.

    Synonyms: concerned, caring, attentive

    Origin: from Latin 'sollicitus', meaning 'disturbed, anxious, or worried'.

  5. resolute · adjective/ˈrɛz.ə.luːt/

    determined and unwavering in purpose or belief

    Despite the numerous challenges she faced, her resolute determination to succeed never wavered.

    Synonyms: determined, steadfast, adamant

    Origin: from Latin 'resolūtus', past participle of 'resolvere', meaning 'to loosen, to solve'