C1noun 5K

Excess

🇬🇧 UK /["/ɪkˈses/"]/ 🇺🇸 US /["/ɪkˈses/"]/

Meaning of Excess

more than is necessary, reasonable or acceptable

In simple words: More than what is needed or allowed.

Excess in a sentence

• The company was fined for producing an excess of waste beyond legal limits.
• She drank in excess, which affected her health negatively.
• There was an excess of enthusiasm among the team members after the victory.
• The store charged an extra fee for any excess baggage during the flight.
• If you eat an excess of sugar, it may lead to health problems.
• The excess inventory was sold at a discounted price to clear storage space.
• After budgeting carefully, there was no excess left for luxuries.

How to use Excess

Use 'excess' in both written and spoken contexts when discussing amounts. It's appropriate for formal discussions about health, finance, or resources but may sound overly technical in casual conversations.

Grammar pattern

excess + of + noun

Memory hint

Think of 'excess' as having 'extra' — like having too much cake at a party.

Related words

Collocations with Excess

• rhetorical
• stylistic
• verbal
• avoid
• contain
• curb
• in excess
• to excess
• large
• slight
• in excess of
• excess of

Synonyms for Excess

• surplus
• overabundance
• plethora
• glut
• overflow

Opposites of Excess

• deficiency
• lack
• insufficiency

Common mistakes with Excess

• Using 'excess' as a verb instead of a noun.
• Confusing 'excess' with 'exceed' which has a different meaning.
• Using 'excess' without specifying what it refers to.

Frequently asked questions about Excess

What does Excess mean?

More than what is needed or allowed.

What is the definition of Excess?

more than is necessary, reasonable or acceptable

How do you use Excess in a sentence?

The company was fined for producing an excess of waste beyond legal limits.

Can you give another example of Excess?

She drank in excess, which affected her health negatively.

What are synonyms for Excess?

Common alternatives include surplus, overabundance, plethora, glut, overflow.

What is the opposite of Excess?

Opposite meanings include deficiency, lack, insufficiency.

What words go with Excess?

It commonly pairs with rhetorical, stylistic, verbal, avoid, contain, curb, in excess, to excess, large, slight, in excess of, excess of.

What are common mistakes when using Excess?

Using 'excess' as a verb instead of a noun. Confusing 'excess' with 'exceed' which has a different meaning. Using 'excess' without specifying what it refers to.

How do you pronounce Excess?

US: /["/ɪkˈses/"]/, UK: /["/ɪkˈses/"]/. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

When should I use Excess?

Use 'excess' in both written and spoken contexts when discussing amounts. It's appropriate for formal discussions about health, finance, or resources but may sound overly technical in casual conversations.

What CEFR level is Excess?

"Excess" is at C1 level on the CEFR scale.