excessive
Pronunciation: [ɪkˈsɛsɪv]
Word
Context: "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.
Example
The decorations at the party were beautiful but not excessive.
Example
His excessive talking made it hard to hear the teacher.
Example
Do you think the amount of sugar in that drink is excessive?
Context: "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.
Example
Her excitement for the book was very genuine and not excessive.
Example
The excessive reaction to the small mistake surprised everyone.
Example
Is it excessive to feel this much joy over a simple compliment?
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