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Meaning of excess
The state of exceeding what is normal or adequate.
Etymology of excess
The word "excess" originated from the Old French word "exces," which is derived from the Latin word "excessus," meaning "a going out" or "a departure from," and is related to the verb "excedere," which means "to go out" or "to exceed."
Synonyms
surplus
overabundance
plethora
glut
superfluity
extravagance
profusion
overload
overindulgence
intemperance
immoderation
overplus
redundancy
superabundance
lavishness
wastefulness
profligacy
recklessness
wantonness
riotousness
dissipation
licentiousness
intemperateness
overkill
overdoing
overreaction
extremism
radicalism
excessiveness
overgenerosity
munificence
opulence
luxury
sumptuousness
extravagancy
Definitions
- A quantity of something that is more than what is needed or desirable
- * An act or instance of exceeding what is normal or adequate
Usage Examples
- The company was fined for excess emissions of toxic gases.
- * She was known for her excess spending on luxury items.
- * The excess water in the tank was drained to prevent overflow.
Antonyms
moderation
restraint
temperance
frugality
thriftiness
parsimony
stinginess
scarcity
shortage
deficiency
inadequacy
insufficiency
paucity
meagerness
scantiness
bareness
plainness
simplicity
austerity
asceticism
self-control
self-restraint