Definition

Having too much structure or organization, often making something rigid or complicated.

Example

The project was criticized for being overstructured, which stifled creativity and flexibility.

Conversation

Have you seen the new project guidelines?

Yeah, I think they are a bit too overstructured for my taste.

I agree, it makes creativity harder to express.

Exactly! Sometimes a more flexible approach works better.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Overstructured → It is formed from "over-" (meaning excessively) and "structured" (from Latin "structura", meaning arrangement or building). The word "overstructured" means excessively arranged or built in a particular way.

Memory Tip

Think of something that is arranged or built "excessively" — "over-" means too much, and "structured" refers to how something is organized.

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