Meaning & Definition of word "Too"
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Too
/tuː/
adverb:
- 1. To a higher degree than is desirable, permissible, or possible; excessively.
- Example: She was too tired to continue working.
- 2. Also; as well.
- Example: I would like some ice cream, too.
- 3. Indeed; in addition.
- Example: He is too kind for his own good.
Etymology
Old English tō, a variation of the adverb form of 'ta', meaning 'in addition', 'excessively'.
Common Phrases and Expressions
too much:
An excessive amount of something.
too good to be true:
Something that seems so good that it appears to be false.
too little, too late:
Insufficient action taken after a situation has gone wrong.
Related Words
excess:
An amount greater than necessary.
overabundance:
An excessive quantity.
also:
Used to indicate addition.
Slang Meanings of too
Meaning: Too cool
Example Sentence: That movie was too cool for school!
Meaning: Too lit
Example Sentence: The party was too lit last night!