OVERCOMPENSATE
(verb)Definitions
There are 2 meanings of the word
Overcompensate.
Overcompensate - as a verb
Make up for shortcomings or a feeling of inferiority by exaggerating good qualities
Example: "He is compensating for being a bad father"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
compensate16cover10Example Sentences
"He tends to overcompensate for his lack of height by acting overly aggressive."
"She overcompensates for her shyness by constantly seeking attention."
"The company tried to overcompensate for their previous losses by drastically increasing prices."
"He wanted to prove his love, so he overcompensated by showering her with expensive gifts."
"In an attempt to overcompensate for his past failures, he took on too many projects at once."
Word Game Points
Is OVERCOMPENSATE a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, overcompensate is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
OVERCOMPENSATE has a SCRABBLE points total of 23.
Is OVERCOMPENSATE a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, overcompensate is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordOVERCOMPENSATE has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 28.
Is OVERCOMPENSATE a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, overcompensate is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordOVERCOMPENSATE has a WORDFEUD points total of 25.
