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'Excessive' means going beyond what is normal, reasonable, or acceptable. It's like eating ten slices of pizza when you're only hungry for two – way too much! It suggests a lack of moderation or control. Think of someone who spends all day playing video games; it would be an excessive amount of screen time. It’s more than just 'a lot'; it implies it is an inappropriate amount. So, it's an extreme amount of something, like the amount of homework on a Friday.
The word 'excessive' comes from the Latin word 'excessus,' meaning 'a going beyond.' This is derived from 'excedere,' which means 'to go out' or 'to exceed.' 'Ex-' means 'out,' and 'cedere' means 'to go.' It has been used in English since the 14th century. It literally implies going beyond the set limits. So, excessive means way beyond what is needed or normal.
Imagine you're watching a 'Squid Game' challenge, and one player gets super greedy, hoarding all the resources. Their behavior is 'excessive' compared to the other players, who are trying to share. This greed ultimately leads to their downfall. It's a cautionary tale about not taking things too far. Using excessive force when playing red light/green light is not the way to win!
Use 'excessive' to describe anything that's way too much! It's a powerful way to criticize over-the-top behavior or amounts. Try to spot excessive things in everyday life and call them out! 👀
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