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過度
kado
Description
「過度」は、ちょうどいい量を超えて、多すぎることを表す言葉です。
"過度" means exceeding the right amount; too much.
「過度な運動」や「過度のストレス」のように、少しかたい場面でよく使います。
"過度" is often used in somewhat formal contexts, like "過度な運動" (excessive exercise) or "過度のストレス" (excessive stress).
Meanings
過度kado
excessive; too much; going beyond the proper degree
過度なダイエットは体に悪いです。
Excessive dieting is bad for your health.
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Notes
- Etymology
過 (exceed) + 度 (degree), literally "exceeding the proper degree."
- Nuance
過度 is formal; 過剰 stresses surplus quantity, while 適度 is its opposite (moderate).
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