excess
Translation
excess, surplus
Examples
An excess of enthusiasm is not always a good thing.
An excess of enthusiasm is not always a good thing.
You must pay an excess of £100 on any claim.
You must pay an excess of $100 on any claim.
We have an excess of stock to sell.
We have an excess of stock to sell.
Grammar Patterns
an excess of ((sth.)) an excess of enthusiasm
in excess of ((sth.)) in excess of 100 people
Similar Words
Synonyms: surplus, glut; Antonyms: lack, shortage
Etymology
From Latin 'excessus', from 'excedere' meaning 'to go out, surpass'. 'ex-' (out) + 'cedere' (to go).
Memory Tips
Think of the verb 'to exceed'. An 'excess' is what you have when you exceed a limit.