Gratuitous

Pronunciation: /ɡrəˈtuːətəs/

Gratuitous (adj)

  1. Given or done without need, often adding something extra that is not helpful.
  2. Offered for no payment, but not because it is required by law or agreement.
  3. Said or done without a good reason, especially when it hurts or offends someone.

Gratuitous (adjective)

Examples

  • The report includes gratuitous details that distract readers.
  • The teacher removed gratuitous steps from the lesson.