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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Hilton ultimately became disillusioned with Westminster, deciding U.K. politics was stymied by excessive bureaucracy.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 22, 2026

Linton later sued Zorn under Section 1983 for use of excessive force under the Fourth Amendment.

From Slate • Apr. 21, 2026

An FIA statement said: "These measures are designed to reduce excessive closing speeds while maintaining overtaking opportunities and overall performance characteristics."

From BBC • Apr. 20, 2026

Vance is expected to arrive in Pakistan on Monday evening for talks with Iran on Tuesday—although Iran was still threatening on Sunday that it wouldn’t attend talks, saying Washington’s demands remain excessive.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 19, 2026

“This container is designed to keep the agent cold and under pressure. Be mindful while it remains in the workshop. Avoid excessive heat in its immediate vicinity.”

From "The Name of the Wind" by Patrick Rothfuss

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