What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
overbounteous
Example
The overbounteous harvest left the farmers with more crops than they could sell. [overbounteous: adjective]
Example
Her overbounteous spending habits left her in debt. [overbounteous: adjective]
excessive
Example
The excessive noise from the party kept the neighbors up all night. [excessive: adjective]
Example
His excessive drinking led to health problems. [excessive: adjective]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Excessive is more commonly used than overbounteous in everyday language.
What’s the difference in the tone of formality between overbounteous and excessive?
Overbounteous is more formal and less commonly used in everyday language, while excessive is more versatile and can be used in both formal and informal contexts.
