B2
excessive vs extensive
The difference
| Word | Meaning | Goes with | Example |
|---|---|---|---|
| excessiveadjective/ɪkˈses.ɪv/ | Meaning much more than is needed, normal or reasonable | Goes with excessive force | Example Many customers complained about the excessive fees for using the card abroad. |
| extensiveadjective/ɪkˈsten.sɪv/ | Meaning covering a large area or including a lot of details or things | Goes with extensive experience | Example She has extensive experience in marketing, so the company hired her quickly. |
Which word fits?
1 of 8Pick the word for the gap. Its form may change in the sentence.
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