IPA: /ˌoʊvərprɪˈkɛt/
KK: /oʊvərprɪkɛt/
Definition: To make a prediction that is greater than what actually happens.
Example: The weather forecast tends to overpredict the amount of rain we will get.
IPA: /ˌoʊvərprɪˈskaɪb/
KK: /oʊvərprɪˈskaɪb/
Definition: To give a prescription for too much medication or treatment.
Example: Doctors should be careful not to overprescribe antibiotics to avoid resistance.
Definition: To give a prescription for a medication in a larger amount than is necessary or appropriate.
IPA: /ˈoʊvərˌprɛʃər/
KK: /ˈoʊvərˌprɛʃər/
Definition: A type of pressure that is higher than the normal atmospheric pressure, often caused by events like explosions or other sudden changes.
Example: The explosion created an overpressure that shattered windows in nearby buildings.
Definition: To apply a pressure that is greater than normal or expected, often causing damage or failure.
Example: The engineers had to overpressure the system to test its limits.
IPA: /ˈoʊvərˌprɪnt/
KK: /ˈoʊvərˌprɪnt/
Definition: A printed mark or impression made by printing over something else, often used to change the original design or to commemorate a special event.
Example: The collector was excited to find a rare overprint on the vintage stamp.
Definition: To print something on top of an existing print, often using a different color or design.
Example: The artist decided to overprint the original design to add more depth to the artwork.
IPA: /ˈoʊvərˌprɪvɪlɪdʒd/
KK: /oʊvərˈprɪvəlɪdʒd/
Definition: Having more advantages or opportunities than is normal or fair, often leading to a lack of understanding of the struggles of others.
Example: Some people believe that overprivileged individuals do not appreciate the hard work that others put in to succeed.
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: /ˌoʊvərˈreɪtɪd/
KK: /oʊvərˈreɪtɪd/
Definition: Describing something that is considered to have more value or importance than it actually does.
Example: Many people think that movie is overrated because it didn't live up to the hype.
Example: Many people believe that the movie is overrated and not as good as everyone says.
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.
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