excessive
Americanadjective
adjective
Other Word Forms
- excessively adverb
- excessiveness noun
- nonexcessive adjective
- nonexcessiveness noun
- quasi-excessive adjective
- unexcessive adjective
Etymology
Origin of excessive
First recorded in 1350–1400; Middle English ( excess, -ive ); replacing Middle English excessif, from Middle French
Example Sentences
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Advocates for this approach argue that excessive regulation increases premiums and that giving money directly to consumers rather than intermediaries allows families to prioritize their own healthcare needs.
From Los Angeles Times
Our civilization shouldn’t feign excessive humility and modesty while America inspires creative drive.
McDonnell said that each use of force would be investigated thoroughly, and if necessary discipline would be imposed, but denied that his department’s response had been excessive.
From Los Angeles Times
If that doesn't work you can contact your local council under the Environmental Protection Act to report excessive noise.
From BBC
The analysis indicates that kimchi has immunomodulatory properties, meaning it can calm excessive immune reactions while also improving protective immune functions.
From Science Daily
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