Synonyms of excessively

excessively

adverb

as in overly

beyond a normal or acceptable limit

noise from the party was excessively loud

Synonyms & Similar Words

• overly
• too
• unduly
• inordinately
• extremely
• unacceptably
• intolerably
• unusually
• incredibly
• to death
• terribly
• exorbitantly
• exceptionally
• very
• devilishly
• with a vengeance
• to a fault
• monstrously
• overmuch
• unreasonably
• unbearably
• highly
• extravagantly
• obscenely
• immoderately
• super
• inappropriately
• unconscionably
• abnormally
• remarkably
• extra
• extraordinarily
• improperly
• considerably
• inexcusably
• exceedingly
• significantly
• uncommonly
• extensively
• substantially
• hugely
• singularly
• intemperately
• astronomically
• extortionately
• especially
• freakishly
• eminently
• deadly
• greatly
• uncustomarily
• mightily
• whacking

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• insufficiently
• inadequately
• moderately
• reasonably
• modestly
• slightly
• acceptably
• deficiently
• minimally
• just
• barely
• hardly
• scarcely
• marginally
• temperately
• scantily
• meagerly

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of excessively

Progressives see centrists’ strategic competition frame as excessively hawkish and as a self-fulfilling prophecy. — Thomas Wright, Foreign Affairs, 3 Nov. 2026

When a pie is overbaked, the filling becomes excessively firm, dry, or grainy. — Bianca Lambert, Southern Living, 3 Nov. 2026

Gunn brought his signature blend of heart, humor, and needle drops, delivering an entertaining blockbuster that stood in clear contrast to the excessively dark DC films of the 2010s. — Christian Zilko, IndieWire, 26 Oct. 2026

Beauty trends are constantly evolving, and this year clearly favors a more textured and luminous complexion—one that isn’t excessively shiny. — Jeanne Ballion, Vogue, 24 Oct. 2026

There are some health concerns related to PTFE coatings when misused, damaged or excessively heated. — Bestreviews, Chicago Tribune, 22 Oct. 2026

Workaholism is defined as a combination of working excessively and compulsively. — Melody Wilding, Contributor, CNBC, 20 Oct. 2026

Despite the warmer temperatures, moisture levels will remain relatively limited, so conditions should not feel excessively humid. — Michael Autovino, CBS News, 20 Oct. 2026

In addition, the airframe was upgraded for greater stability in flight to prevent the patient from swinging excessively. — New Atlas, 20 Oct. 2026