Definitions
- Describing something that is done or used to an extreme degree. - Referring to a behavior or action that is beyond what is necessary or appropriate. - Talking about something that is more than what is considered reasonable or acceptable.
- Describing something that is done or used excessively or inappropriately. - Referring to a behavior or action that is beyond what is necessary or expected. - Talking about something that is more than what is considered reasonable or acceptable.
List of Similarities
- 1Both words describe actions or behaviors that go beyond what is necessary or appropriate.
- 2Both words have negative connotations.
- 3Both words are adverbs that modify verbs or adjectives.
- 4Both words can be used to express disapproval or criticism.
What is the difference?
- 1Usage: Excessively is more commonly used to describe excessive use or consumption of something, while overly is more commonly used to describe excessive behavior or attitude.
- 2Intensity: Excessively implies a higher degree of excessiveness than overly.
- 3Formality: Excessively is more formal than overly.
- 4Position: Excessively is usually placed before the verb or adjective it modifies, while overly can be placed before or after the verb or adjective.
Remember this!
Excessively and overly are synonyms that describe actions or behaviors that go beyond what is necessary or appropriate. However, excessively is more commonly used to describe excessive use or consumption of something, while overly is more commonly used to describe excessive behavior or attitude. Additionally, excessively is more formal and implies a higher degree of excessiveness than overly.
