1. the quality or state of being excessive; the fact of going beyond what is normal, reasonable, or acceptable
Usage: uncountable noun; formal register

Examples

• The excessiveness of his spending habits eventually led to financial problems.
• Critics pointed out the excessiveness of the punishment for such a minor offense.
• The excessiveness of the noise from the construction site disturbed the entire neighborhood.
• She was concerned about the excessiveness of sugar in children's breakfast cereals.
• The excessiveness of the military response drew international condemnation.
• Doctors warned about the excessiveness of alcohol consumption during the holidays.