Associations to the word «Overcompensate»
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Wiktionary
OVERCOMPENSATE, verb. To do an excessive amount in one area in an effort to overcome a perceived lack in another area.
OVERCOMPENSATE, verb. To provide excessive pay or reward for work performed.
Dictionary definition
OVERCOMPENSATE, verb. Make up for shortcomings or a feeling of inferiority by exaggerating good qualities; "he is compensating for being a bad father".
OVERCOMPENSATE, verb. Make excessive corrections for fear of making an error.
Wise words
The difference between the right word and the almost right
word is the difference between lightning and a lightning
bug.