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o·ver·do
 overdo
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- pronunciation:
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- features:
- Word Combinations (verb), Word Parts
| part of speech: |
verb |
| inflections: |
overdoes, overdoing, overdid, overdone |
| definition 1: |
to do too much or go too far.
Don't overdo the praise; a simple "thank you" is enough.- similar words:
- exaggerate, inflate, magnify
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| definition 2: |
to cook too long or at too high a temperature.
The turkey was tough because I overdid it.- similar words:
- burn
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| definition 3: |
to get tired; wear out.
I overdid working in the yard and had to go to bed early.- synonyms:
- exhaust, tire, wear out
- similar words:
- overwork, strain, weary
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| related words: |
exceed, overrun |
adverb + (v.)overdo
little, maybe
(v.)overdo
+ adverb
bit, though
(v.)overdo
+ noun
bit, chicken, exercise, holiday
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| derivation: |
overdoer (n.) |
The word overdo
contains the following part:
over-
Old English
prefix
that means excessively, too much; over, on top, above
  Example words:
overboard, overcast, overcoat, overcome, overdo, overflow, overhead, overjoyed, overlap, overload, overlook, overpower, overtake, overwhelm
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