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supererogatory

adjective

/ˌsuː.pər.ɪˈrɑː.ɡə.tɔːr.i/

Meaning

Going beyond what is required or expected; more than necessary.

His donation was supererogatory, far beyond what anyone had asked for.

excessive, extra, unnecessary, surplus

essential, required, necessary

supererogatory act, supererogatory effort, supererogatory duty

not right or just; treating people in a way that favors some over others

Involving or characterized by complex rules and procedures that can delay the achievement of goals.

Prophetic, mysterious, or cryptic in meaning.

Occurring or discovered by chance in a happy or beneficial way.

ready and willing to forgive; merciful; lenient

Relating to or situated on the edge or outer parts of something.