excessive (B1)

adjective

Pronunciation: /ɪkˈsɛsɪv/

Definition

More than is necessary, normal, or desirable.

Examples

• The company was criticized for its excessive use of plastic packaging.

• He was charged with driving at an excessive speed.

• We found the hotel's charges to be excessive.

How to Use excessive

excessive for (prepositional phrase)

More than is appropriate or needed for a particular situation. — "The cost of the repairs was excessive for such an old car."

excessive in (prepositional phrase)

Going beyond what is reasonable or acceptable in a particular area. — "He was found to be excessive in his demands for compensation."

Synonyms of excessive

Words with a similar meaning to excessive:

• too much
• immoderate
• extravagant
• extreme

Antonyms of excessive

Words with the opposite meaning to excessive:

• moderate
• sufficient
• reasonable

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