excess

/ɛksˈɛs/

/ˈɛkˌsɛs/, /ɪkˈsɛs/

[adjective] [noun]

excess

[ADJECTIVE]

much more than the desirable or required amount

synonyms : extra

Excess

[NOUN]

a quantity much larger than is needed

synonyms : nimiety

surplus

surplusage

immoderation as a consequence of going beyond sufficient or permitted limits

synonyms : excessiveness

inordinateness

excessive indulgence

synonyms : overindulgence

the state of being more than full

synonyms : overabundance

surfeit

Examples

1. To reduce the risk of heart disease, trim the excess fat from meat before cooking.

2. The washing machine's spin cycle helps remove excess water from the clothes.

3. Some people struggle with losing excess fat to maintain a healthy weight.

4. The athlete knew that overtraining could lead to burnout and injury, so she balanced intense workouts with rest and recovery, as she believed that honey in excess is no longer sweet.

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