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    Exceso (en. Excess)

    /ek'seso/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishSpanish
    noun
    Amount that exceeds what is normal or reasonable.
    Excess food can lead to health problems.
    El exceso de comida puede provocar problemas de salud.
    Behavior that deviates from what is considered appropriate.
    His excessive confidence led him to make a mistake.
    Su exceso de confianza lo llevó a cometer un error.
    Anything that surpasses an established limit.
    The excess noise at the party bothered the neighbors.
    El exceso de ruido en la fiesta molestó a los vecinos.

    Etymology

    It derives from the Latin 'exccessus', which means 'that which has gone beyond'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    speeding
    Driving at a speed higher than permitted.
    exceso de velocidad
    in excess
    In an excessive manner or excessively.
    en exceso
    excessive confidence
    Lack of modesty that leads to overestimating abilities.
    exceso de confianza

    Related Words

    exceed
    To surpass a limit or amount.
    exceder
    surplus
    What remains after having covered what is necessary.
    sobrante
    excessiveness
    Lack of moderation or restraint in something.
    desmesura

    Slang Meanings

    Getting carried away with drinks.
    Last night I overdid it with drinks and I feel bad today.
    Anoche me pasé de copas y me siento mal hoy.
    Overdoing it.
    Don't overdo it, it's already an excess.
    No le eches mucho, que ya es un exceso.