Definition overcompensate in American English

overcompensate verb

[intransitive] verb

/ˌoʊvərˈkɑmpənˌseɪt/

to do more than you need to do in trying to correct a fault

Example

Don't overcompensate for your lack of experience by driving too slowly.

Synonyms and related words

go to extremes rampage overdo

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