ebavajalikult

Ebavajalikult is an Estonian adverb that translates to "unnecessarily" or "needlessly" in English. It describes an action or state that is done or exists without a valid reason or purpose, exceeding what is required. The adverb is formed from the prefix "eb-" which indicates negation or lack of, and the adjective "vajalik" meaning "necessary" or "required". The suffix "-ult" is a common adverbial ending in Estonian.

When something is done ebavajalikult, it suggests inefficiency, excess, or a lack of foresight. For instance, one might describe a task that took too long or used too many resources as having been performed ebavajalikult. Similarly, an explanation that is overly detailed and confusing could be considered ebavajalikult complicated. The term implies that the action or situation could have been simpler, more direct, or avoided altogether without any negative consequence. It is often used in contexts where economy of effort, time, or resources is valued.