excessive levels

[ɪkˈsɛsɪv ˈlɛvəlz]
noun phrase
níveis excessivos
1. Amounts or degrees that are significantly higher than normal, acceptable, or necessary
The doctor warned about excessive levels of cholesterol in his blood.
O médico alertou sobre níveis excessivos de colesterol no sangue dele.
2. Quantities that exceed safe, healthy, or reasonable standards
Excessive levels of pollution in the city caused respiratory problems.
Níveis excessivos de poluição na cidade causaram problemas respiratórios.
3. Concentrations or measurements that go beyond recommended limits
The factory was fined for maintaining excessive levels of toxic waste.
A fábrica foi multada por manter níveis excessivos de resíduos tóxicos.
In Brazilian Portuguese, 'níveis excessivos' is commonly used in health, environmental, and scientific contexts. In USA English, this phrase is frequently used in medical reports, environmental assessments, and regulatory compliance discussions. The term carries formal connotations and is often associated with warnings or concerning situations.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
exorbitant levelsextreme levelshigh levelsdangerous levelsunhealthy levels
Antonyms / Antônimos
minimal levelsacceptable levelssafe levelsnormal levelsmoderate levels

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
níveis excessivos
Standard usage across Brazil
São Paulo
níveis excessivos / excesso de níveis
Both forms commonly used in business and environmental contexts
Rio de Janeiro
níveis excessivos
Standard usage, often in health and environmental discussions
Portugal
níveis excessivos / níveis demasiado elevados
Preferred form in Portugal, especially in technical contexts

Related Words

thresholdconcentrationmeasurementquantityexcessiveaccumulation

Related Idioms & Phrases

off the charts
through the roof
beyond the pale
over the top
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