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- pronunciation:
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- features:
- Word Combinations (adjective)
part of speech: |
adjective |
definition 1: |
given or done without sufficient reason or justification; unwarranted.
The movie's gratuitous violence earned it low ratings from critics.- similar words:
- wanton
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definition 2: |
given or received without charge or cost.
The company offers gratuitous shipping with large orders.- similar words:
- complimentary, free
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related words: |
irrelevant, needless, nonessential, voluntary |
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derivations: |
gratuitously (adv.), gratuitousness (n.) |
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