Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
overzealous
adjective
/ˌoʊ.vɚˈzel.əs/
Definition
excessively enthusiastic or passionate about something.
Examples
- His overzealous attitude during team meetings sometimes alienated his colleagues.
- The overzealous fan camped outside the stadium for days to get tickets.
- She was overzealous in promoting her ideas, which made others feel uncomfortable.
Meaning
Being overzealous refers to showing an extreme amount of eagerness or devotion, often to the point of being excessive or overwhelming.
Synonyms
- enthusiastic
- excessive
- fanatical
- extreme
- immoderate
