excess
UK: ɪkˈsɛs | US: ɪkˈsɛs
n. an amount of something that is more than necessary, permitted, or desirable
adj. exceeding a prescribed or desirable limit
The word "excess" originates from Latin excessus (a departure, going beyond), combining ex- (out) and cessus (a going). It originally described the act of surpassing limits, later evolving to denote the state or quantity of overabundance. The logic reflects physical movement ("going out") metaphorically extending to quantitative or behavioral overstepping.
The company trimmed excess staff to reduce costs.
Avoid excess sugar in your diet for better health.
His excess enthusiasm sometimes overwhelmed others.
The report highlighted excess spending in the department.
She donated the excess blankets to a homeless shelter.