excessive

/ɛksˈsesɪv/; /ɛkˈsɛsɪv/

Definitions

1. adjective

exceeding or departing from what is usual or normal; excessively great or severe

“The government’s excessive spending has led to a huge national debt.”

2. noun

an excessive amount or degree

“The doctor warned against the excessive use of antibiotics.”

3. adverb

to an excessive degree

“The company has been excessively profitable in the past year.”

Synonyms

  • exorbitant
  • extravagant

Antonyms

  • moderate
  • reasonable