| 单词 | gratuitous |
| 释义 | gratuitous (once / 1915 pages) 1adj 2adj Gratuitous means "without cause" or "unnecessary." Telling ridiculous jokes at a somber occasion would be a display of gratuitous humor. Gratuitous can be used to refer to something that’s unnecessary and mildly annoying. If a friend frequently gives you fashion tips, even though you’ve expressed no interest in receiving them, you’d be correct in labeling her advice as gratuitous. In addition, gratuitous can be used to indicate that something is not only unnecessary but also inappropriate. Some people claim that some films and video games contain gratuitous violence — that is, violence that is excessive and offensive. WORD FAMILYgratuitous: gratuitously+/gratuity: gratuities, gratuitous USAGE EXAMPLESThe Intro: Yes, the producers managed to fit in a gratuitous shot of Nick in the shower. Time(Jan 02, 2017) The article was light in its journalistic qualities and the "quirky" use of the comedians for the photos seemed gratuitous. New York Times(Mar 27, 2013) This gratuitous publication will horrify many, inspire a few, and, by a small but perceptible increment, further desensitize the rest of us. New York Times(Dec 23, 2016) 1 1adj unnecessary and unwarranted Syn needless, uncalled-for unnecessary, unneeded not necessary 2adj without cause 2a gratuitous insult Syn unmerited not merited or deserved adj costing nothing Syn complimentary, costless, free, gratis unpaid not paid |
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