Excessive
easyik-SES-iv
adjective
Definition
More than is necessary, normal, or desirable; immoderate
Examples
“Excessive consumption of sugar can lead to health problems.”
“The judge criticized the excessive use of force.”
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GRE Tip
Excessive is a easy-difficulty GRE word. On the GRE, you might see it paired with synonyms like "immoderate" or "inordinate" in Sentence Equivalence questions. Look for contrast clues (however, despite, although) that signal the opposite meaning. Words like "moderate".
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Sumptuously rich, elaborate, or luxurious
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Recklessly extravagant or wasteful in the use of resources
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An excessive supply or amount; to supply excessively
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An overwhelming abundance; a flood
surfeit
An excessive amount of something; overindulgence
prodigal
Spending money or resources freely and recklessly; wastefully extravagant
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