Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

overly-familiar

Adjective

/ˈoʊ vər li fəˈmɪl yər/

Definition

Showing excessive friendliness or informality, often inappropriate to the situation.

Examples

Her overly-familiar way of speaking made the new employees uncomfortable.
He became overly-familiar with his clients, crossing the line of professional conduct.

Meaning

The term ‘overly-familiar’ refers to a person who behaves in an uncomfortably casual or intimate manner, showing a lack of respect for personal boundaries or social norms.