immoderately

Intermediate (B1)

IPA: /ɪˈmɒdərətli/

KK: /ɪˈmɒdərətli/

adverb

Definition

In a way that is excessive or extreme, going beyond reasonable limits.

Example

He ate immoderately at the feast, not caring about the consequences.

Conversation

I think I ate immoderately at the party last night.

Really? I saw you with a plate full of food!

Yeah, I couldn't resist all the delicious snacks.

I get it! Sometimes you just have to indulge a little.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Synonyms

excessively

unduly

intemperately

Antonyms

moderately

reasonably

sufficiently

Root Explanation

Immoderately → It is formed from "im-" (meaning not) and "moderatus" (from Latin, meaning measured or moderate) and the suffix "-ly" (meaning in a manner). The word "immoderately" means in a manner that is not measured or excessive.

Memory Tip

Think of 'not' being added to 'measured' — when something is immoderate, it means it goes beyond what is reasonable.

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