Synonyms for

Redundancy

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

Definition

The state of being no longer needed or useful.

Synonyms & similar words

redundance superfluity duplication repetition unnecessary excess surplus overflow overabundance extra spare surfeit oversupply overkill prolixity wordiness verbosity turgidity circumlocution redundance periphrasis

Synonyms by register

Formal

superfluity supererogation pleonasm excess

Informal

too much overkill extra unnecessary stuff

Literary

superfluousness profusion

Antonyms

conciseness brevity economy thrift scarcity necessity

Common collocations

  • job redundancy
  • redundancy payment
  • redundancy package
  • redundancy procedures
  • redundancy notice
  • redundancy situation
  • redundancy avoidance

Word family

noun redundancy
verb redund
adjective redundant
adverb reduntantly

Usage note

Often used in the context of job loss or unnecessary repetition. Be mindful of its negative connotations when discussing employment.

Example sentences

  1. The redundancy of the system made it slow and inefficient.
  2. After the merger, there were many redundancies in the company.
  3. The teacher emphasized the importance of avoiding redundancy in writing.
  4. The redundancy of the backup system ensured that no data would be lost.
  5. The company offered a redundancy package to employees who were laid off.

Quotes

  • Redundancy is your friend. It is better to have multiple backups than to have none at all.
  • In life, redundancy is often a good thing. It provides a safety net in case something goes wrong.
  • The key to avoiding redundancy in writing is to be concise and clear.

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