de trop

adjective

Definition of de tropnext
as in accessory

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Recent Examples of de trop Perhaps Selena decided a sky-high heel was de trop for her stint on the continent. — Kerry McDermott, Vogue, 21 June 2023
Recent Examples of Synonyms for de trop
  1. accessory
  2. needless
  3. supplementary
  4. additional
  5. unwanted
  6. supplemental
  7. unnecessary
  8. unneeded
Adjective
  • The study looked at converting existing single-family homes into multi-unit residences, standalone accessory dwelling units and multi-unit buildings.
    — Cam'ron Hardy, Chicago Tribune, 18 Oct. 2026
  • These superficial veins are not critical to circulation — they’re considered accessory veins, which the body uses mainly for volume storage and temperature regulation, Stoughton said.
    — Erica Sloan, Washington Post, 10 Oct. 2026
Definition of accessory
Adjective
  • All broadcast pairings eventually end, but for Troy Aikman and Joe Buck to finish like this is both needless, and dirty.
    — Fort Worth Star-Telegram, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 27 Oct. 2026
  • Opponents of the measure argue Amendment 84 adds needless obstacles to voting without improving election security, the state’s Blue Book voter guide said.
    — Elizabeth Hernandez, Denver Post, 3 Oct. 2026
Definition of needless
Adjective
  • Like other clubs, Gollancz expanded its service to additional, supplementary and educational texts, all optional.
    — Literary Hub, Literary Hub, 20 Oct. 2026
  • The space is warm and lo-fi—Polaroids of friends and a handwritten lineup of the day’s specials (which can be added at a supplementary cost) are stuck to a noticeboard—but the food is sharp and assured.
    — Helen Rosner, New Yorker, 11 Oct. 2026
Definition of supplementary
Adjective
  • The governor and secretary of state’s offices did not provide any additional information about whether election officials elsewhere in California had been subpoenaed.
    — Andrew Graham, Sacbee.com, 30 Oct. 2026
  • Investments include additive manufacturing equipment, precision machining capabilities, and additional production facilities.
    — Aamir Khollam, Interesting Engineering, 30 Oct. 2026
Definition of additional
Adjective
  • These unwanted effects can limit switching performance and reduce efficiency.
    — Aamir Khollam, Interesting Engineering, 30 Oct. 2026
  • Cavataro said the exemptions can be frustrating for people who believe registering their phone numbers on a do-not-call list should protect them from unwanted communications.
    — Gino Vicci, CBS News, 28 Oct. 2026
Definition of unwanted
Adjective
  • The university was the only UC system location to offer the supplemental subsidy last year.
    — Corey Schmidt, Sacbee.com, 29 Oct. 2026
  • Brokers can be helpful, but make sure to choose one who discusses all your options, including traditional Medicare and supplemental plans.
    — Brittney Melton, NPR, 29 Oct. 2026
Definition of supplemental
Adjective
  • Everyday expenses leave little room for extra payments For many households, making larger debt payments isn't simply a matter of eliminating unnecessary purchases.
    — Angelica Leicht, CBS News, 28 Oct. 2026
  • Cam Skattebo shared his thoughts on a controversial unnecessary roughness call against him in the New York Giants’ win over the Houston Texans on Sunday.
    — Scott Thompson OutKick, FOXNews.com, 27 Oct. 2026
Definition of unnecessary
Adjective
  • Canceling unneeded projects also made sense because schools were costing more to build than had been planned for.
    — Howard Blume, Los Angeles Times, 27 Oct. 2026
  • Then there’s the McKinney-Vento Act, an obscure law that requires the government to give homeless service providers first dibs on unneeded federal buildings free of charge.
    — Editorial Board, Washington Post, 18 Sep. 2026
Definition of unneeded

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“De trop.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/de%20trop. Accessed 30 Oct. 2026.

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