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inessential | inessentially |

As an adjective inessential

is not essential.

As a noun inessential

is (often in plural) something that is not essential.

As an adverb inessentially is

in an inessential way.

inessential

English

Adjective

(-)
  • not essential
    • Leave inessential items behind when there is a fire alarm.
  • lacking essence or being

    • Synonyms

    * nonessential * unessential

    Antonyms

    * essential

    Noun

    (en noun)
  • (often in plural) Something that is not essential

    • inessentially

    English

    Adverb

    (en adverb)
  • In an inessential way.