liiallisuutta
Liiallisuutta is a Finnish noun that denotes the state or quality of being excessive, or the degree to which something surpasses what is reasonable or necessary. It corresponds to English words such as excessiveness or overdoing. The concept is widely used across everyday speech, journalism, and academic writing to describe quantities, behaviors, or standards that exceed appropriate limits.
The term is formed from the root word liiallinen, meaning excessive or over the top, combined with
In everyday language, liiallisuus typically carries a negative or critical nuance, signaling a need for moderation.
See also: excess, moderation, hyperbole, liiallinen, kohtuullisuus.