excessive
Prononciation : [ɪkˈsɛsɪv]
Mot
Contexte : « quantity »
(adjective) when something is more than what is needed or normal. If you have too much of something, like candy or homework, it's excessive.
Exemple
The decorations at the party were beautiful but not excessive.
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His excessive talking made it hard to hear the teacher.
Exemple
Do you think the amount of sugar in that drink is excessive?
Contexte : « behavior »
(adjective) when someone is acting in a way that is too much or extreme. For example, if someone gets very angry over a small problem, that's excessive behavior.
Exemple
Her excitement for the book was very genuine and not excessive.
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The excessive reaction to the small mistake surprised everyone.
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Is it excessive to feel this much joy over a simple compliment?
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