Synonyms

  excess (an amount that is more than necessary, reasonable or acceptable): The excess sugar in her diet led to weight gain. surplus (an amount that is more than what is needed or used): This country has a considerable surplus of grain. overflow (an amount that cannot fit in a …

  mess (a state of being dirty or untidy): His room is always a mess. disorder (a lack of order or an untidy state): The kitchen was in complete disorder. clutter (a lot of things scattered or piled up untidily): My desk is covered in a clutter of papers. jumble …

  lack (to not have something or not having enough of something): A lack of sleep dulled my thinking. They canceled the project due to a lack of funds. absence (when something is not present or does not exist): The absence of noise created a peaceful atmosphere for studying in …

  if (in case that, or on condition that): if you try hard, you will succeed. If it rains, I will stay indoors. whether (used to express a doubt or choice between alternatives): I couldn’t decide whether to go to the beach or stay home. in case (used to introduce …

  hotel (an establishment that provides rooms for overnight stays, meals, and other services for travelers and tourists): The hotel has a rooftop pool. motel (a roadside hotel for motorists, typically with parking adjacent to each room): I booked a motel along the highway for an overnight stay during my …