CEFR B1

excessive

adjective

Meaning

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.

Synonyms: too much, immoderate, extravagant, extreme

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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."

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