
Excessive
Context Matters
Excessive indicates a subjective limit; what's excessive in one situation may be normal in another.

Excessive decoration for a birthday may be fine but not for a business meeting.
Negative Connotation
'Excessive' often suggests negative judgment and may imply harmful or redundant.

His excessive drinking worried his family.
Subjective Evaluation
What is considered 'excessive' can vary between cultures or social groups.

In some cultures, excessive hospitality is a sign of respect.
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ExorbitantExtravagantExtremeImmoderateInordinateOver the topReasonableUnconscionableUndue
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