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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