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outrance

outrance

9.9
Behavior or feeling that is extreme and too much
  • noun
  • /aʊˈtræns/
  • Archaic
translation icon : excesividad
  • The outrance of the banquet was evident in the lavish decorations and extravagant feasts served to guests.

Examples

  • In her novel, the outrance of the characters' emotions drives the dramatic plot.

  • Critics noted the outrance of his behavior at the royal court.

  • The outrance of the celebration surprised even the wealthiest guests in attendance.

  • The artist's work displayed an outrance of colors and emotions.

  • In her poetry, she often writes about love with great outrance.

  • His speech was filled with outrance, capturing the audience's attention with its passionate and excessive fervor.

  • The outrance displayed at the festival included flamboyant costumes and elaborate performances that astonished the spectators.

Synonyms

extravagance
vsoutrance
3 7.0

Being more extreme than normal in words or actions

is the older literary term used for extreme excess generally
exorbitance
vsoutrance
8.8

An amount or level much higher than reasonable

is used in archaic or literary contexts for extreme excess
inordinateness
vsoutrance
  • Formal
9.9

A state of being too extreme and beyond what is reasonable

has an archaic or literary tone for extreme excess

Antonyms

47 3.5

Keeping actions or feelings within reasonable limits

44 3.9

A rule or measure that limits what people can do

How Excessive

outrance
  • Archaic
9.9
extravagance
7 6.8
excess
77 4.1
moderation
47 3.5

Surface Forms

outrance singular
outrances plural

Etymology

Outrance also comes from the French outre, which means 'beyond' and is like the English out. So outrance can mean an 'excess' or doing something 'too far', and it is used for very extreme behavior.