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EXCESS

(noun, adj.sat, verb, adj.)

Definitions

There are 7 meanings of the word Excess.

How to pronounce excess:

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Excess - as a noun

A quantity much larger than is needed

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
nimietysurplussurplusage
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
overabundanceovermuchovermuchnesssuperabundance
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Immoderation as a consequence of going beyond sufficient or permitted limits

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
excessivenessinordinateness
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
immoderatenessimmoderation
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

The state of being more than full

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
overabundancesurfeit

Excessive indulgence

Example: "The child was spoiled by overindulgence"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
overindulgence

Excess - as an adjective satellite

More than is needed, desired, or required

Example: "Trying to lose excess weight"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
extraredundantsparesupererogatorysuperfluoussupernumerarysurplus

Excess - as a verb

To declare (an employee) surplus to requirements, such that he or she might not be given work.

Excess - as an adjective

More than is normal, necessary or specified.

Example Sentences

"There was an excess of food left over after the party."
"She indulged in an excess of shopping and now regrets it."
"The excess of noise in the concert hall made it difficult to hear the music."
"The doctor warned him about the health risks of excess weight."
"His extravagance led to an excess of debt."
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Word Game Points

Is EXCESS a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, excess is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

EXCESS has a SCRABBLE points total of 15.

Is EXCESS a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, excess is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
EXCESS has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 16.

Is EXCESS a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, excess is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
EXCESS has a WORDFEUD points total of 12.

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