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Meaning of excesses
The state of exceeding what is normal or reasonable
Etymology of excesses
The word "excesses" originates from the Old French "excesser," which is derived from the Latin "excedere," meaning "to go beyond" or "to exceed"
Historically, the term has been used to describe actions, behaviors, or amounts that surpass what is considered normal, reasonable, or acceptable
Synonyms
extravagances
immoderations
excessiveness
superfluities
surpluses
profusions
abundances
luxuriances
profligacies
wastefulness
extravagance
intemperances
immoderations
superabundances
lavishness
ostentations
opulences
riotousness
wantonness
recklessness
improvidences
prodigalities
dissipations
squanderings
excess
surfeit
overindulgence
Definitions
- A state of exceeding what is normal or reasonable
- * An act or instance of exceeding what is normal or reasonable
- * An excessive or unreasonable amount of something
Usage Examples
- The company's excesses in spending led to financial difficulties
- * The excesses of the wealthy elite were criticized by the media
- * The government vowed to curb the excesses of the corrupt officials
Antonyms
moderations
restraint
temperance
frugality
thriftiness
parsimonies
austerity
strictness
severity
sobriety
abstinence
self-control
self-restraint
prudence
caution
reserve
modesty
humility