Definition

In a way that is excessive or beyond what is reasonable.

Example

She was inordinately excited about the surprise party.

Conversation

I feel like I've been spending inordinately too much time on my phone lately.

Yeah, it can be hard to put it down sometimes.

I really need to find a better balance, you know?

Definitely! Maybe we should set some limits together.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Inordinately → It is formed from "in-" (meaning not) and "ordinatus" (from Latin, meaning arranged or ordered) and the suffix "-ly" (meaning in a manner). The word describes something that is not arranged or ordered, hence excessive or beyond normal limits.

Memory Tip

Think of something that is 'not arranged' ('in-') in a 'normal' way ('ordinatus'), which helps you remember that 'inordinately' means excessively or beyond what is usual.

Visually Confused Words