excesses
[/ɪkˈsɛsɪz/ or /ɛkˈsɛsɪz/]
nounpl: excesses (already plural form of excess)
excessos
1. The state of being more than necessary, normal, or desired; an immoderate or intemperate act or behavior
The excesses of the wealthy elite drew criticism from the public.
Os excessos da elite rica atraíram críticas do público.
2. An amount by which something is greater than necessary or permitted
The company paid excesses in overtime during the busy season.
A empresa pagou excessos em horas extras durante a estação movimentada.
3. Immoderate indulgence in eating, drinking, or other pleasures
His excesses with alcohol eventually affected his health.
Seus excessos com álcool eventualmente afetaram sua saúde.
4. In insurance, a fixed amount that the policyholder must pay toward a claim
The policy has an excess of $500 per claim.
A apólice tem um excesso de $500 por reclamação.
In Brazilian Portuguese, 'excessos' is commonly used in discussions about lifestyle, consumption, and social critique. In American English, the word frequently appears in insurance terminology and financial discussions. The concept carries moral undertones in both cultures, often implying irresponsibility or lack of self-control.
NYC Slang
going too hard; overdoing it; the overs
Related Idioms & Phrases
go to excess
excesses of the tongue (excessive talking)
excesses of the flesh (physical indulgence)
carry something to excess
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