Synonyms

excessively

American

[ik-ses-iv-lee] / ɪkˈsɛs ɪv li /

adverb

in a way that goes beyond the usual, necessary, or proper limit or degree.

Applying an excessively thick layer of mulch limits oxygen in the soil and can suffocate the plants.

Other Word Forms

nonexcessively adverb
quasi-excessively adverb
unexcessively adverb

Etymology

Origin of excessively

excessive ( def. ) + -ly

Example Sentences

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The oil-to-silver price ratio points to the precious metal being in “a speculative bubble” or oil being “excessively out of favor,” said Colas.

From MarketWatch

“The oil/silver price ratio points to silver being in a speculative bubble and/or oil being excessively out of favor,” Colas wrote, adding that silver prices are likely the more distorted of the two.

From Barron's

As a result, the broken DNA ends are trimmed excessively, exposing long sections of single-stranded DNA.

From Science Daily

The all-rounder was perhaps hinting towards the criticism of pitches in Asia that can turn excessively and create short Tests.

From BBC

Has artificial intelligence been excessively hyped, and are AI-related stocks vulnerable?

From Barron's

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