Overmuch: meaning, definitions and examples

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overmuch

 

[ หŒษ™สŠvษ™หˆmสŒtสƒ ]

Adverb / Noun
Context #1 | Adverb

used to emphasize an excess or abundance of something

To a very great degree or extent; excessively.

Synonyms

excessively, exorbitantly, immoderately, unduly.

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Word Description / Examples
overmuch

Usually used to describe an amount that is more than necessary, often in a somewhat old-fashioned or literary manner.

  • He worried overmuch about matters that weren't important.
  • We don't need to discuss this subject overmuch.
excessively

Commonly used to describe something done to an extreme degree or more than what is reasonable.

  • She was excessively fond of sweets.
  • He drank excessively during the holidays.
unduly

Used to indicate something that is done to an unnecessary or unwarranted extent, often carrying a critical undertone.

  • His opinion influenced the decision unduly.
  • She was unduly worried about her exam results.
immoderately

Generally used to describe actions or behavior that lack moderation or restraint, often implying criticism.

  • He ate immoderately at the buffet.
  • She spent money immoderately on clothes.
exorbitantly

Typically used to describe prices or costs that are unreasonably high, often with a negative connotation.

  • The repair costs were exorbitantly high.
  • They charged exorbitantly for the service.

Examples of usage

  • He worried overmuch about what other people thought of him.
  • She cared for her plants overmuch, spending hours each day tending to them.
  • I don't think you need to worry overmuch about the details.
Context #2 | Noun

an excessive amount or quantity

An excessive or immoderate amount or quantity.

Synonyms

excess, glut, overabundance, surplus.

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overmuch

Used to describe something that is more in quantity than is necessary or reasonable. Typically utilized in a more formal context and may imply a slight negative connotation.

  • He tends to worry overmuch about minor details
excess

Refers to an amount that is more than what is needed or allowed. Commonly used in general conversation to describe something that exceeds the norm or expectations.

  • There was an excess of food at the party
surplus

Refers to an amount that is left over after requirements have been met. It is commonly used in economic or budgetary contexts and usually has a neutral or positive connotation.

  • The company reported a surplus of revenue this quarter
glut

Describes a situation in which there is more of something than is needed or can be used, often leading to negative consequences. Frequently used in economic or market contexts.

  • The market is facing a glut of unsold cars
overabundance

Indicates a large quantity that is more than enough, often carrying a moderately positive or neutral connotation. Used to emphasize the sheer volume of something.

  • The garden had an overabundance of flowers this spring

Examples of usage

  • He had an overmuch of pride, which often led to conflicts with others.
  • She consumed an overmuch of sweets, resulting in health issues.
  • The overmuch of rain caused flooding in the area.

Translations

Translations of the word "overmuch" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น demasiado

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคฌเคนเฅเคค เค…เคงเคฟเค•

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช zu viel

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ terlalu banyak

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะฝะฐะดั‚ะพ ะฑะฐะณะฐั‚ะพ

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ zbyt duลผo

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ใ‚ใพใ‚Šใซใ‚‚ๅคšใ„

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท trop

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ demasiado

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท fazla

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ๋„ˆ๋ฌด ๋งŽ์€

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ูƒุซูŠุฑ ุฌุฏุง

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ pล™รญliลก mnoho

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ prรญliลก veฤพa

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ่ฟ‡ๅคš

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ preveฤ

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ of mikiรฐ

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ั‚ั‹ะผ ะบำฉะฟ

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒซแƒแƒšแƒ˜แƒแƒœ แƒ‘แƒ”แƒ•แƒ แƒ˜

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ รงox รงox

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ demasiado

Etymology

The word 'overmuch' dates back to Middle English, with 'over' meaning 'too much' and 'much' indicating a large quantity. It has been used in English literature to emphasize excess or abundance since the 14th century. The term has evolved over time to convey a sense of exaggeration or superfluity in various contexts.

See also: much.