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 are prepared to intervene in the foreign-exchange market to counter a rapid and excessive appreciation of the Swiss franc, which jeopardizes price stability in Switzerland,” the bank said.

From The Wall Street Journal

Since Abe's murder, the Church has pledged to prevent "excessive" member donations.

From Barron's

It has also consulted on measures to prevent managing agents from imposing opaque and excessive charges related to building insurance, often in the form of commissions.

From BBC

Tregs play an essential role in keeping immune responses under control and preventing excessive damage, including the autoimmune attack seen in T1D.

From Science Daily

It argued the move to restrict access was "contrary to the spirit and purpose" of the Land Reform Act and was "excessive in scope".

From BBC

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