Inordinate — Meaning, Definition & Synonyms

adjective /in-ˈȯr-də-nət/ in·or·di·nate

Meaning & Definition of Inordinate

Inordinate (adjective)

  1. exceeding reasonable limits, immoderate
  2. disorderly, unregulated

Inordinate (adjective) — Senses, Synonyms & Antonyms

  1. going beyond a normal or acceptable limit in degree or amount

    "an inordinate number of complaints about the slow pace of snow removal around the city"

    similar: baroque, devilish, excessive, exorbitant, extravagant, extreme, fancy, immoderate, insane, intolerable, lavish, over-the-top, overdue, overextravagant, overmuch, overweening, plethoric, steep, stiff, towering, unconscionable, undue, unmerciful, a bit much
    related: boundless, endless, immeasurable, infinite, limitless, unbearable, unjustifiable, unwarranted, improper, inappropriate, thick, unseemly, unrestrained
    opposite: middling, moderate, modest, reasonable, temperate
    near: deficient, inadequate, insufficient, minimal, minimum

Synonyms, Thesaurus & Another Word for Inordinate

The most common words with a similar meaning to Inordinate:

baroque, devilish, excessive, exorbitant, extravagant, extreme, fancy, immoderate, insane, intolerable, lavish, over-the-top, overdue, overextravagant, overmuch, overweening, plethoric, steep, stiff, towering, unconscionable, undue, unmerciful, a bit much

Antonyms & Opposite Words for Inordinate

Words with the opposite meaning of Inordinate:

middling, moderate, modest, reasonable, temperate

Related Words for Inordinate

boundless, endless, immeasurable, infinite, limitless, unbearable, unjustifiable, unwarranted, improper, inappropriate, thick, unseemly, unrestrained

Near Antonyms of Inordinate

deficient, inadequate, insufficient, minimal, minimum

Word Forms of Inordinate

Derived words: inordinately (adverb), inordinateness (noun)

Origin & Etymology of Inordinate

Middle English inordinat, from Latin inordinatus, from in- + ordinatus, past participle of ordinare to arrange ordain

First known use: 14th century

Frequently Asked Questions about Inordinate

What does "Inordinate" mean?

"Inordinate" means exceeding reasonable limits, immoderate. As an adjective, it is defined as: exceeding reasonable limits, immoderate.

What is another word for "Inordinate"?

Other words for "Inordinate" include baroque, devilish, excessive, exorbitant, extravagant, extreme, fancy and immoderate. The best synonym depends on which meaning of "Inordinate" you intend.

What are different ways to say "Inordinate"?

There are 37 words and phrases with a similar meaning to "Inordinate". Common alternatives include baroque, devilish, excessive, exorbitant, extravagant, extreme, fancy, immoderate, insane and intolerable.

What is the opposite of "Inordinate"?

Antonyms of "Inordinate" include middling, moderate, modest, reasonable and temperate. Near antonyms include deficient, inadequate, insufficient and minimal.

How do you use "Inordinate" in a sentence?

Examples of "Inordinate" in a sentence: "an inordinate number of complaints about the slow pace of snow removal around the city".

Is "Inordinate" a noun, verb, or adjective?

"Inordinate" is an adjective.

How do you pronounce "Inordinate"?

"Inordinate" is pronounced /in-ˈȯr-də-nət/ and divided into syllables as in·or·di·nate.

What is the origin of the word "Inordinate"?

"Inordinate" comes from Middle English inordinat, from Latin inordinatus, from in- + ordinatus, past participle of ordinare to arrange ordain. First known use: 14th century.