Definition

To speak too much or excessively, often without considering the feelings or responses of others.

Example

During the meeting, she tended to overtalk, making it hard for others to share their ideas.

Tense Forms

Conversation

I think sometimes we just overtalk during our meetings.

Yeah, it can definitely drag on longer than it should.

Exactly! We should try to keep it more concise next time.

Good idea! Shorter meetings mean more time for other things.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Overtalk → It is formed from "over-" (meaning excessively or too much) and "talk" (from Old English "tæccan", meaning to speak or communicate). The word "overtalk" means to talk excessively or too much in conversation.

Memory Tip

Think of talking 'too much' ('over-') — that's why 'overtalk' means to speak excessively.

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