Definitions
- Describing a large quantity or abundance of something. - Referring to an extravagant or lavish display of something. - Talking about a generous or ample supply of something.
- Referring to an amount that is more than necessary or appropriate. - Describing a behavior or action that goes beyond reasonable limits. - Talking about a surplus or leftover amount of something.
List of Similarities
- 1Both words refer to a larger quantity or amount than usual.
- 2Both can have negative connotations.
- 3Both can be used to describe a situation where there is too much of something.
What is the difference?
- 1Usage: Profusion is often used in a positive context, while excess is usually negative.
- 2Connotation: Profusion implies abundance and generosity, while excess implies going beyond reasonable limits.
- 3Intensity: Excess is stronger and more extreme than profusion.
- 4Cause: Profusion can be natural or intentional, while excess is usually caused by overindulgence or lack of control.
- 5Scope: Profusion can refer to a wide range of things, while excess is usually limited to a specific context.
Remember this!
Profusion and excess are both words that describe a larger quantity or amount than usual. However, the difference between them lies in their usage, connotation, intensity, cause, and scope. Profusion is often used in a positive context and implies abundance and generosity, while excess is usually negative and implies going beyond reasonable limits due to overindulgence or lack of control.
