Definition

The condition of knowing someone or something too well, often leading to a lack of respect or boundaries.

Example

His overfamiliarity with the new colleagues made them uncomfortable during meetings.

Conversation

Have you ever noticed how overfamiliarity can sometimes ruin friendships?

Totally! It can make things feel awkward really quickly.

Right? Like when you start taking each other for granted.

Exactly, a little distance can actually help maintain the bond.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Overfamiliarity → It is formed from "over-" (meaning excessively) and "familiar" (from Latin "familiaris", meaning of a household or intimate) and the suffix "-ity" (meaning the state or condition of). The word describes the state of being excessively familiar or intimate with someone or something.

Memory Tip

Think of being 'excessively' ('over-') 'intimate' ('familiar') with someone, which helps you remember that 'overfamiliarity' means being too familiar.

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