The difference between Pleonastic and Superfluous

When used as adjectives, pleonastic means of, or relating to pleonasm, whereas superfluous means in excess of what is required or sufficient.


check bellow for the other definitions of Pleonastic and Superfluous

  1. Pleonastic as an adjective:

    Of, or relating to pleonasm.

  2. Pleonastic as an adjective:

    Using an excessive number of words; especially using different words having the same meaning.

  1. Superfluous as an adjective:

    In excess of what is required or sufficient.

    Examples:

    "With a full rain suit, carrying an umbrella may be superfluous."