/ ɪkˈsesɪv; NAmE / adjective
greater than what seems reasonable or appropriate :
They complained about the excessive noise coming from the upstairs flat.
The amounts she borrowed were not excessive.
Excessive drinking can lead to stomach disorders.
► ex·ces·sive·ly adverb :
excessively high prices
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WORD ORIGIN
late Middle English : from Old French excessif , -ive , from medieval Latin excessivus , from Latin excedere surpass, from ex- out + cedere go.