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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.

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The decorations at the party were beautiful but not excessive.

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His excessive talking made it hard to hear the teacher.

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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.

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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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