Excessive
/ɪkˈsɛsɪv/
Definitions
More than is necessary, normal, or desirable; immoderate.
/ɪkˈsɛsɪv/
Going beyond what is normal, necessary, or desirable.
The company was penalized for excessive pollution.
💡 Simply: Imagine you're having pizza, and you put way too much cheese on it. That's excessive! It's when something goes beyond what's just right.
👶 For kids: Too much of something! Like too many toys or too much ice cream.
More Examples
He was criticized for his excessive use of force.
Excessive rainfall caused flooding in the area.
How It's Used
"The bank levied excessive fees on the loan."
"Excessive alcohol consumption can lead to liver damage."
"Her excessive spending led to financial problems."
Idioms & expressions
excess baggage
Baggage exceeding the allowed weight or dimensions.
"I had to pay for excess baggage at the airport because my suitcase was too heavy."
From Old French *excessif*, from Latin *excessivus* ("exceeding, excessive"), from *excedere* ("to exceed").
The word has been used in English since the 14th century, initially used in religious and legal contexts, referring to anything exceeding just limits.
Memory tip
Think of an excess of chocolate – too much makes you sick!