excess

/ˈɛksɛs/

Definitions

1. noun

an amount or degree beyond what is usual or needed; surplus.

“The excess baggage fee was charged on top of the flight fare.”

2. noun

a quantity or amount that exceeds a specified limit or standard.

“The excess sugar in her diet led to health problems.”

3. verb

to provide or have more than what is needed or required.

“The company’s profits have been excessive for the past few years.”

4. verb

to spend or use more than what is necessary or allowed.

“She has been excessively spending her money on luxury items.”

5. adjective

exceeding what is usual or normal; excessive.

“Excessively loud music was coming from the neighboring apartment.”

6. adjective

having or showing too much of something, especially something that is not good.

“The company’s excessive spending on advertising led to financial losses.”

Synonyms

  • overabundance
  • remainder
  • remainder
  • superabundance
  • surplus

Antonyms

  • deficiency
  • insufficiency
  • lack
  • shortage
  • shortfall