OVERABUNDANCE Synonyms: 33 Similar and Opposite Words

overabundance

noun

ˌō-vər-ə-ˈbən-dən(t)s

Definition of overabundance

as in surplus

the state or an instance of going beyond what is usual, proper, or needed an overabundance of desserts at a potluck dinner

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Recent Examples of overabundance Hollywood Does Abortion’s biggest issue, insofar as it can even be fairly described as one, is simply the overabundance of worthy topics. — Angie Han, HollywoodReporter, 11 June 2026 The lack of a consistent narrative flow was also partly due to the overabundance of various advantages and twists at play. — Dalton Ross, Entertainment Weekly, 22 May 2026 In the case of New York, the challenge is overabundance. — Ligaya Mishan, New York Times, 11 May 2026 Corey is generous in quoting the works of other writers (myself among them) and includes many Kardashian-fandom social posts as a kind of vox populi, but an overabundance of references disrupts the flow of larger ideas. — Kyle Chayka, New Yorker, 22 Apr. 2026 See All Example Sentences for overabundance

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After receiving unsolicited donations due to his online fame, Ashton chose to redirect these funds to clean seniors' bins for free, reinvesting any surplus into his business and savings.

— Sarah Hernholm, Forbes.com, 29 Aug. 2026
The Broward School District is considering the closure of 10 schools as officials look to address a surplus of 60,000 empty seats, a decision that has sparked concern among local families.

— Ted Scouten, CBS News, 28 Aug. 2026

Definition of surplus

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In developing a multitool to slide neatly into its latest generation of EDC offerings, The James Brand took time to reflect upon which tools were absolutely necessary for its customers and which ones could be eliminated to cut bulk and excess.

— New Atlas, New Atlas, 1 Sep. 2026
If your body has an excess of water-soluble vitamins, the kidneys will not reabsorb them.

— Ayesha Gulzar, Verywell Health, 31 Aug. 2026

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