Overdo

Pronunciation: /oʊvərˈdu/

Definitions of overdo

verb to do something to an excessive or extreme degree

Example Sentences

A1 She always overdoes it with the salt when she cooks.

A2 Don't overdo it with the makeup, less is more.

B1 I tend to overdo things when I'm stressed out.

B2 It's important to find a balance and not overdo exercise.

C1 Some people overdo their reactions to minor inconveniences.

C2 It's easy to overdo it when trying to impress others, but authenticity is more important.

Examples of overdo in a Sentence

formal It is important not to overdo your explanation in the report.

informal Don't overdo it with the seasoning on the steak.

slang She tends to overdo the drama in her stories.

figurative You don't want to overdo it and burn yourself out.

Grammatical Forms of overdo

• past tense: overdid
• plural: overdo
• comparative: more overdone
• superlative: most overdone
• present tense: overdo
• future tense: will overdo
• perfect tense: have overdone
• continuous tense: is overdoing
• singular: overdoes
• positive degree: overdo
• infinitive: to overdo
• gerund: overdoing
• participle: overdone

Origin and Evolution of overdo

First Known Use: 1250 year

Language of Origin: Middle English

Story behind the word: The word 'overdo' originated from Middle English, derived from the combination of 'over' and 'do'.

Evolution of the word: Originally used in the sense of doing something excessively or beyond what is necessary or appropriate, the word 'overdo' has evolved to also encompass the idea of exaggeration or overemphasis in various contexts.