Excessively: meaning, definitions and examples

Used to describe something that goes beyond what is reasonable or necessary in a general sense.

• She was excessively worried about her exams
• The soup was excessively salty

Used for high levels of intensity or degree, can be positive or negative, but often neutral.

• The weather was extremely cold
• She was extremely happy with her test results

Used to indicate that something is done to an unnecessary or excessive extent, often with a negative undertone.

• He was overly critical of her work
• The movie was overly long and somewhat boring

Describes actions or expectations that are not guided by reason; often implies something unfair or irrational, with a negative connotation.

• Her demands were unreasonably high
• He acted unreasonably during the discussion

Typically used to describe behavior or consumption that lacks moderation or restraint, indicating a negative connotation.

• He drank immoderately at the party
• Her immoderate spending habits led to financial troubles

Often used to describe prices or costs that are far higher than what is considered fair or usual.

• The rent for the apartment was exorbitantly high
• He paid an exorbitantly large amount for the antique vase