Definition

Describing something that is excessively weak or lacking in strength.

Example

After the illness, she felt overweak and needed time to recover her strength.

Comparatives & Superlatives

Conversation

I think my new workout routine is a bit overweak for my goals.

Really? I thought it was supposed to be gentle at first.

Yeah, but I feel like I need something more challenging.

Maybe you should add some weights to your exercises.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Overweak → It is formed from "over-" (meaning excessively) and "weak" (from Old English "wēac", meaning lacking strength). The word "overweak" means excessively weak or lacking strength beyond a normal level.

Memory Tip

Think of being 'excessively' ('over-') 'lacking strength' ('weak') — that's why overweak means too weak.

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