Synonyms for

Too

Verb / tu: / Another word for too — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

Too means also or in addition to what is expected or necessary.

Synonyms & similar words

likewise excessively besides also overly toafault aswell also besides moreover furthermore secondly likewise including additionally equally correspondingly similarly plus beyond

Synonyms by register

Formal

excessively overly unduly

Informal

way too super awfully

Literary

overmuch exceedingly

Antonyms

enough sufficiently adequately appropriately justly suitably

Common collocations

  • too much
  • too little
  • too late
  • too soon
  • too hard
  • too easy
  • too many
  • too often

Word family

adverb too

Usage note

The adverb 'too' indicates an excessive degree. It is often confused with 'to' (preposition/infinitive marker) and 'two' (the number).

Example sentences

  1. Can I come too?
  2. I am too tired to play.
  3. He is too young to drive a car.
  4. I want ice cream too!
  5. She is too smart for her age.

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