Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
overprepare
verb
/ˌoʊvərprɪˈpɛr/
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Definition
To prepare excessively or more than necessary.
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Examples
- Before the big presentation, she decided to overprepare by rehearsing multiple times.
- It’s common to overprepare for an exam, studying much more than required.
- He tends to overprepare for his trips by packing too many items.
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Meaning
Overprepare means to make excessive preparations for a certain task or event, often resulting in stress or diminishing returns.
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Synonyms
- Overdo
- Overtrain
- Exaggerate preparations
- Prepare excessively