excessively

Meaning

To a degree that is more than necessary, normal, or desirable.

Examples

• The room was heated excessively, making it difficult for the guests to concentrate.
• He worried excessively about things that were completely out of his control.

Pronunciation: /ɪkˈsesɪvli/

Synonyms of excessively

Words with a similar meaning to excessively:

• very
• too
• overly
• immoderately

Antonyms of excessively

Words with the opposite meaning to excessively:

• moderately
• sparingly