Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
inordinate amount
Phrase
ɪnˈɔrdɪnɪt əˈmaʊnt
Definition
An excessive or disproportionate quantity of something.
Examples
- She spent an inordinate amount of time watching television instead of studying.
- The project required an inordinate amount of resources that were not available.
- His inordinate amount of enthusiasm for the game was infectious.
Meaning
The phrase ‘inordinate amount’ refers to a quantity that is far greater than what is considered reasonable or necessary. It suggests that the amount in question is extreme and often unwarranted.
Synonyms
- Excessive amount
- Unreasonable quantity
- Disproportionate amount
