Excessive
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /ɪkˈsɛsɪv/ · Part of speech adjective
Quick meaning: Excessive is an adjective meaning Exceeding the usual bounds of something; too much (of amount); extravagant; immoderate.
Meaning
Exceeding the usual bounds of something; too much (of amount); extravagant; immoderate.
Example Sentences
The movie's excessive use of special effects distracted from the plot.
"You can throw off your cumbersome disguise here," said Lucy, though the words could scarcely be distinguished, from her excessive agitation, Evelyn hastily caught up a cloak and cap laid ready for him, and a few minutes brought them into the sitting-room.
Synonyms for excessive
Depending on context, synonyms include devilish, extravagant, extreme, immoderate, intemperate, lavish.
Antonyms for excessive
Common opposites include deficient, insufficient, moderate.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include undue, inordinate, extravagant, overweening, exuberant, immoderate.
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