Excedent

/ɪkˈsiːdənt/ adjective

Definition

Exceeding; surpassing; going beyond normal limits or what is expected.

Etymology

From Latin 'excedens' (exceeding), present participle of 'excedere' (to go beyond). This rare English adjective mirrors the more common 'exceeding' or 'excessive.'

Kelly Says

You'll rarely see 'excedent' in modern English because we prefer 'exceeding' or 'excessive,' but it pops up in older poetry and philosophy texts as a fancier way to say 'too much.'

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