Definition of Supererogatory

actions that are considered good but are not strictly necessary

Examples of Supererogatory in a sentence

A supererogatory act includes extra credit work in class.  

The medic was a supererogatory hero for running back onto the battlefield to save soldiers after being ordered to withdraw.  

My supererogatory teacher went out of her way to print review sheets for all of us.  

The Medal of Honor is rarely awarded to someone that did not engage in supererogatory bravery.  

A supererogatory hero goes above and beyond the call of duty and obligation.  

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