overswing
Intermediate (B1)
IPA: /ˈoʊvərˌswɪŋ/
KK: /ˈoʊvərˌswɪŋ/
noun
Definition
A swing that is too much or goes beyond what is normal or necessary.
Example
The golfer's overswing caused him to miss the ball completely.
Conversation
I noticed you had an overswing during your last golf game.
Yeah, I really need to work on that aspect of my swing.
It can throw off your accuracy if you're not careful.
Definitely! I'll practice more to avoid that overswing.
Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
overshoot
excess
overreach
Antonyms
underreach
shortfall
deficit
verb
Definition
To swing beyond the intended limit or range.
Example
He tends to overswing when he practices his golf swing, which affects his accuracy.
Tense Forms
Past: overswung
Past Participle: overswung
Conversation
I think I tend to overswing when I play golf.
Yeah, it can really throw off your accuracy.
I guess I should focus more on control instead of power.
Root Explanation
Overswing → It is formed from "over-" (meaning excessively or beyond) and "swing" (from Old English "swingan", meaning to move back and forth). The word "overswing" means to swing excessively or beyond the intended range.
Memory Tip
Think of swinging too much or going 'beyond' ('over-') the normal motion of swinging.
Visually Confused Words
lovering
hovering
covering