overexcited
Elementary (A2)
IPA: /ˌoʊvərɪkˈsaɪtɪd/
KK: /oʊvərɪkˈsaɪtɪd/
adjective
Definition
Feeling too much excitement, often in a way that is hard to control.
Example
The children were overexcited about the upcoming holiday.
Conversation
I can't believe how overexcited everyone is for the concert tonight!
I know, right? It's all anyone can talk about.
I just hope the crowd doesn't get too overexcited during the show.
Yeah, that could be a bit chaotic, but it’ll be fun!
Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
enthusiastic
elated
exuberant
Antonyms
calm
indifferent
apathetic
verb
Definition
To become excessively enthusiastic or excited about something.
Example
The children were overexcited when they saw the circus coming to town.
Tense Forms
Past: overexcited
Past Participle: overexcited
Conversation
I really overexcited myself about the concert last night.
I noticed! You were buzzing all evening.
Yeah, I couldn't help it; it was my favorite band.
Root Explanation
Overexcited → It is formed from "over-" (meaning excessively) and "excited" (from Latin "excitare", meaning to rouse or stir up). The word "overexcited" means excessively stirred up or enthusiastic.
Memory Tip
Think of being 'excessively' ('over-') 'roused' or 'stirred up' ('excited') — that's why overexcited means being too enthusiastic.
Visually Confused Words
forerecited
forecited