Another Word For Too much

Meaning

The phrase "too much" refers to an excessive amount or degree of something. It indicates that something has surpassed a reasonable or acceptable limit, leading to potential negative consequences. For example, if someone has "too much homework," it means they have an overwhelming amount that may be difficult to manage.

Synonyms

• Excessive
• Overabundant
• Overwhelming
• Surplus
• Superfluous

Antonyms

• Too little
• Insufficient
• Scarce
• Minimal
• Adequate

Etymology

The phrase "too much" is derived from the Old English word "tō," meaning "to" or "towards," and "mucce," a form related to "much," which traces back to the Proto-Germanic word "*mikilaz," meaning "great" or "large." The combination suggests an amount beyond what is needed or desired.

Examples

1. I think I ate too much cake at the party last night; now I feel sick.
2. There’s too much noise outside for me to concentrate on my studies.
3. She feels there’s too much pressure to perform well on the exam.
4. We have too much paperwork to finish before the deadline.
5. The movie had too much violence, which made some audience members uncomfortable.