Excess
Pronunciation: /ˈɛkˌsɛs/
Excess (noun)
- An amount that is more than needed or usual.
- The part of a claim you pay before insurance covers the rest.
Examples
- There was an excess of food after the party.
- Excess sugar can lead to health problems.
Common collocations: excess weight, excess baggage, excess energy, pay the excess, insurance excess
Excess (adjective)
- More than what is usual or necessary.
Examples
- She removed the excess fabric from the dress.
- Excess water was drained from the tank.