excessive

[ik-ses-iv] / ɪkˈsɛs ɪv /

ADJECTIVE

too much; overdone

Synonyms

STRONGEST

disproportionate enormous exaggerated exorbitant extra extravagant extreme inordinate needless redundant steep superfluous unconscionable undue unreasonable

WEAK

boundless dissipated dizzying immoderate indulgent intemperate limitless more over overboard overkill overmuch plethoric prodigal profligate recrementitious self-indulgent sky-high stiff stratospheric super superabundant supernatural too many towering unbounded unmeasurable way-out

Antonyms

STRONGEST

cheap close economical essential inexpensive low mild moderate necessary needed reasonable sensible

WEAK

insufficient underdone

Example Sentences

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“We will take action against excessive moves, including those driven by speculation,” the finance minister said at a news conference.

From The Wall Street Journal

The excessive rainfall also has the potential to raise the dangers associated with flash flooding, according to the National Weather Service.

From Los Angeles Times

For months, the bank has been trying to get out of the arrangement before Javice’s appeal results in even more charges, which the bank has called “patently excessive and egregious.”

From The Wall Street Journal

Property and casualty insurers also pick up some of the costs of excessive litigation, which get reflected in higher premiums.

From The Wall Street Journal

Advocates for this approach argue that excessive regulation increases premiums and that giving money directly to consumers rather than intermediaries allows families to prioritize their own healthcare needs.

From Los Angeles Times

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