Definitions
- Describing something that is more than what is necessary or reasonable. - Referring to a behavior or action that is beyond the usual or expected limit. - Talking about an amount or degree of something that is too much or extreme.
- Describing something that is not within reasonable limits or boundaries. - Referring to a behavior or action that is excessive or extreme. - Talking about an amount or degree of something that is beyond what is considered appropriate or acceptable.
List of Similarities
- 1Both words describe something that is beyond reasonable limits.
- 2Both words can be used to describe behaviors or actions that are excessive or extreme.
- 3Both words can be used to describe an amount or degree of something that is too much or extreme.
What is the difference?
- 1Usage: Excessive is more commonly used in everyday language than immoderate.
- 2Connotation: Excessive has a more negative connotation than immoderate.
- 3Degree: Excessive implies going beyond what is necessary or reasonable, while immoderate implies going beyond what is considered appropriate or acceptable.
- 4Formality: Immoderate is more formal than excessive.
Remember this!
Excessive and immoderate are synonyms that describe something that is beyond reasonable limits or boundaries. However, excessive implies going beyond what is necessary or reasonable, while immoderate implies going beyond what is considered appropriate or acceptable. Additionally, excessive has a more negative connotation and is more commonly used in everyday language, while immoderate is more formal.
