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    ex·ces·sive
    [ikˈsesiv]
    adjective
    excessive (adjective)
    1. more than is necessary, normal, or desirable; immoderate:
      "he was drinking excessive amounts of brandy"
    Origin
    late Middle English: from Old French excessif, -ive, from medieval Latin excessivus, from Latin excedere ‘surpass’ (see exceed).
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    1. more than is necessary, normal, or desirable; immoderate:
      immoderate
      intemperate
      imprudent
      overindulgent
      unrestrained
      unrestricted
      uncontrolled
      unbridled
      lavish
      extravagant
      superfluous
      superabundant
      exorbitant
      extortionate
      unreasonable
      outrageous
      undue
      extreme
      inordinate
      unwarranted
      unnecessary
      needless
      disproportionate
      too much
      over the top
      a bit much
      uncurbed
      uncalled for
      OTT
     
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    What does excessive Mean?
    Exceeding a normal, usual, reasonable, or proper limit. ex·ces′sive·ness n. These adjectives mean exceeding a normal, usual, reasonable, or proper limit. Excessive has the widest range: excessive drinking; excessive debt.

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    What does excessive Mean in music?
    Excessive means beyond what is typical or normal. When something is excessive, there's way too much. Excessive refers to something that is extra — usually in a negative way. A 90-second drum solo in a two-minute song is excessive.

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    What does excessive drinking mean?
    For men, excessive, or binge drinking, is defined as five or more drinks at one time, or more than 15 drinks during the week. The government defines excessive drinking as drinking too much on one occasion over the course of a week. Where the dampness is excessive the fronds take on an unhealthy appearance, and mould may appear.

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    What is the difference between excessive and intemperate?
    ex·ces′sive·ness n. These adjectives mean exceeding a normal, usual, reasonable, or proper limit. Excessive has the widest range: excessive drinking; excessive debt. Immoderate and intemperate denote a lack of due moderation or restraint: immoderate political views; intemperate personal remarks.

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    What does excessive behavior mean?
    When something is excessive, it exceeds the usual or acceptable limits, often leading to negative consequences or outcomes. It implies an abundance, extravagance, or overindulgence that may result in wastefulness, immoderation, or imbalance. Excessive behavior, actions, or quantities can be seen as extreme, disproportionate, or unnecessary.

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    What does 'excessive celebration' mean?
    6. The athlete was penalized for excessive celebration after scoring a goal. The adjective 'excessive' originates from the Latin word 'excessivus,' which is formed from 'excessus,' as discussed earlier, meaning 'exceeding' or 'going beyond,' and the suffix '-ivus,' indicating 'pertaining to' or 'characterized by.'

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