excessive

Definitions

adj

1

Exceeding the usual bounds of something; too much (of amount); extravagant; immoderate.

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.

Collocations

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(adj.)

VERBS

appear, be, seem

become

consider sth, regard sth as, see sth as

Many people regard the price of a new smartphone as excessive these days.

ADV

grossly

a bit, a little, rather, somewhat

Thesaurus

Synonyms

adjective — beyond normal limits

inordinate
undue
unreasonable

adjective — unrestrained, especially with regard to feelings

Antonyms

Idioms & Phrases

Example Bank

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The movie's excessive use of special effects distracted from the plot.

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"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 hi

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Excessive indulgence spoiled the child.

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Excessive supply leads to a drop in prices.

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The doctor advised me to leave off jogging because it was excessive exercise.

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The excessive use of salt should be taboo.

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