Meaning & Definition of word "Too"

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!