Excessivism

C2 16+

Pronunciation: /ɪkˈsɛsɪvɪzəm/

Definitions of excessivism

noun a tendency to be excessive or extravagant in one's actions or beliefs

Example Sentences

A1 Excessivism means having too much of something.

A2 Excessivism in spending can lead to financial problems.

B1 The artist's work was criticized for its excessivism in color and detail.

B2 The company's marketing campaign was accused of excessivism in exaggerating the benefits of their product.

C1 The government's policies were criticized for their excessivism in regulating personal freedoms.

C2 The CEO's management style was characterized by excessivism in micromanaging every aspect of the company.

Examples of excessivism in a Sentence

formal The artist's use of excessivism in her paintings was met with mixed reviews from art critics.

informal I think the party decorations are a bit much, it's like they went full excessivism on it.

slang Wow, that outfit is totally excessivism, it's like they threw on every accessory they own.

figurative His writing style is known for its excessivism, with long, elaborate descriptions and intricate metaphors.

Grammatical Forms of excessivism

past tense

excessivized

plural

excessivisms

comparative

more excessivistic

superlative

most excessivistic

present tense

excessivizes

future tense

will excessivize

perfect tense

has excessivized

continuous tense

is excessivizing

singular

excessivism

positive degree

excessivistic

infinitive

to excessivize

gerund

excessivizing

participle

excessivized

Origin and Evolution of excessivism

First Known Use: 1820 year
Language of Origin: Latin
Story behind the word: The word 'excessivism' is believed to have originated from the Latin word 'excessus', which means exceeding or surpassing.
Evolution of the word: Originally used to describe an artistic movement characterized by excessive or exaggerated elements, 'excessivism' has evolved to also refer to a mindset or behavior of excessive consumption or indulgence in various aspects of life.