Meaning of surfeit in English surfeit noun [ C usually singular ] formal uk / ˈsɜː.fɪt / us / ˈsɝː.fɪt / Add to word list Add to word list an amount that is too large, or is more than is needed: The country has a surfeit of cheap labour.

Phonetic (Standard)IPA noun excess; an excessive amount: a surfeit of speechmaking. Synonyms: superabundance, superfluity Antonyms: lack excess or overindulgence in eating or drinking. an uncomfortably full or crapulous feeling due to excessive eating or drinking.

surfeit noun /ˈsɜːfɪt/ /ˈsɜːrfɪt/ [usually singular] (formal) surfeit (of something) an amount that is too large synonym excess

surfeit noun /ˈsərfət/ [usually singular] surfeit (of something) (formal) an amount that is too large synonym excess Indigestion can be brought on by a surfeit of rich food. a surfeit of violence on television