Overenthusiastic

Pronunciation: /ˌoʊvərɪnˌθuziˈæstɪk/

Definitions of overenthusiastic

adjective showing excessive enthusiasm or excitement

Example Sentences

A1 She was overenthusiastic about going to the park.

A2 The overenthusiastic fan screamed loudly at the concert.

B1 The overenthusiastic student always raises their hand in class.

B2 His overenthusiastic reaction to the news was a bit overwhelming.

C1 The overenthusiastic coach pushed the team to their limits during training.

C2 Her overenthusiastic approach to work often leads to impressive results.

Examples of overenthusiastic in a Sentence

formal The overenthusiastic employee's eagerness to please sometimes led to mistakes.

informal She's a bit overenthusiastic about joining the club, don't you think?

slang He's always so extra, like chill out with the overenthusiastic vibes.

figurative Her laughter was like an overenthusiastic waterfall, filling the room with joy.

Grammatical Forms of overenthusiastic

• past tense: became overenthusiastic
• plural: overenthusiastics
• comparative: more overenthusiastic
• superlative: most overenthusiastic
• present tense: is overenthusiastic
• future tense: will be overenthusiastic
• perfect tense: has been overenthusiastic
• continuous tense: is being overenthusiastic
• singular: overenthusiastic
• positive degree: overenthusiastic
• infinitive: to be overenthusiastic
• gerund: being overenthusiastic
• participle: overenthusiastic

Origin and Evolution of overenthusiastic

First Known Use: 1810 year

Language of Origin: English

Story behind the word: The word 'overenthusiastic' is derived from the combination of the prefix 'over-' meaning excessive or beyond, and the word 'enthusiastic' meaning having or showing intense excitement or interest.

Evolution of the word: The term 'overenthusiastic' first appeared in English language in the early 19th century, indicating someone who is excessively enthusiastic or zealous. Over time, the word has retained its original meaning but has become more commonly used in various contexts to describe individuals who exhibit excessive enthusiasm or passion for a particular subject or activity.