IPA: /ˌoʊvərprəˈdʌkʃən/
KK: /oʊvərprəˈdʌkʃən/
Definition: The act of producing too much of something, especially goods or products that are not needed or cannot be sold.
Example: The factory faced issues due to overproduction, leading to excess inventory that could not be sold.
IPA: /ˈoʊvərˌprəʊɡræmd/
KK: /ˈoʊvərˌprɒɡræmd/
Definition: Having too many activities or tasks planned, making it difficult to manage or complete them.
Example: The conference was overprogrammed, leaving little time for networking or relaxation.
IPA: /ˌoʊvərˈreɪt/
KK: /oʊvərˈreɪt/
Definition: To think that something is better or more important than it really is.
Example: Many people overrate the importance of fame in achieving happiness.
IPA: /ˌoʊvərˈriːtʃ/
KK: /oʊvərˈriːtʃ/
Definition: To go beyond what is reasonable or acceptable, often in an attempt to achieve something.
Example: He tends to overreach when trying to impress his boss.
Definition: To go beyond what is reasonable or acceptable, often by trying to achieve too much or by making excessive efforts.
Example: The company overreached in its attempt to expand too quickly, leading to financial difficulties.
IPA: /ˌoʊvərˈriːtʃər/
KK: /oʊvərˈriːtʃər/
Definition: A person who tries to achieve more than is reasonable or possible, often leading to failure or disappointment.
Example: The overreacher attempted to take on too many responsibilities at work, which caused him stress.
IPA: /ˌoʊvərˈrɛkʃən/
KK: /oʊvərˈrɛakʃən/
Definition: A response that is more extreme than what is necessary or appropriate.
Example: Her overreaction to the small mistake surprised everyone in the meeting.
IPA: /ˌoʊvərɪˈfaɪnd/
KK: /oʊvərɪˈfaɪnd/
Definition: Made too pure or perfect, often to the point of losing natural qualities or becoming overly complicated.
Example: The overrefined design of the building made it look cold and uninviting.
Definition: To make something excessively pure or refined, often to the point where it loses its original character or value.
Example: The artist's work became overrefined, losing the raw emotion that made it special.
IPA: /ˌoʊvərɪˈfaɪnmənt/
KK: /oʊvərɪˈfaɪnmənt/
Definition: The state of being excessively refined or made more complex than necessary.
Example: The artist's overrefinement of the sculpture made it lose its original charm.
IPA: /ˈoʊvərˌrɛɡjʊˌleɪt/
KK: /oʊvərˈrɛɡjʊˌleɪt/
Definition: To impose too many rules and regulations on something, making it difficult to operate or function properly.
Example: The government decided not to overregulate the new technology companies.
IPA: /ˌoʊvərˈrɛɡjʊˌleɪʃən/
KK: /oʊvərˌrɛɡjʊˈleɪʃən/
Definition: The act of creating too many rules and regulations, which can make it difficult for people or businesses to operate effectively.
Example: Many businesses struggle due to overregulation, which limits their ability to innovate.
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