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Gratuitous

Verb / grʌˈtu:ʌtʌs / Another word for gratuitous — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

Gratuitous means unnecessary or uncalled for.

Synonyms & similar words

needless complimentary uncalledfor free costless gratis unnecessary unwarranted unjustified unprovoked superfluous excessive needless unmerited unrequired uninvited unwanted unasked unearned unprovoked unjustifiable undeserved unreasonable unjust unfounded unwarrantable

Example sentences

  1. The teacher gave us a gratuitous amount of homework.
  2. His apology seemed gratuitous as he kept making the same mistakes.
  3. She received a gratuitous compliment on her artwork.
  4. The party had a gratuitous amount of food.
  5. His rude comment was completely gratuitous.

Quotes

  • The best things in life are not things; they are gratuitous acts of kindness and love.
  • Gratitude is the most exquisite form of courtesy, the most gratuitous way of acknowledging another's value.
  • The greatest gift of life is friendship, and I have received it as a gratuitous grace.

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