Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

overacute

Adjective

oʊvərəˈkjut

Definition

Excessively acute or sharp; extremely intense or severe.

Examples

She had an overacute sense of hearing, which made it difficult for her to concentrate in noisy environments.
His overacute criticism of the artwork suggested he had very particular tastes.

Meaning

Overacute refers to a state of heightened sensitivity or a condition that is sharper than normal, applied in contexts such as pain, perception, or response.