What does overcount mean?
Overcount means (transitive) To count more of something than are actually present, or to count one thing disproportionately more than another.
Overcount
Pronunciation varies by accent · verb
Meaning
(transitive) To count more of something than are actually present, or to count one thing disproportionately more than another.
Definitions by Sense
- (transitive) To count more of something than are actually present, or to count one thing disproportionately more than another
- (transitive) To outnumber.
- An incorrect count that is too high.
Example Sentences
The census overcounted people in some neighborhoods, and undercounted them in others.
Synonyms for overcount
Antonyms for overcount
Related Words
Word Forms
- overcounts
- overcounting
- overcounted
Usage Notes
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is a synonym for overcount?
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What is the opposite of overcount?
Possible antonyms include undercount.
How do you use overcount in a sentence?
The census overcounted people in some neighborhoods, and undercounted them in others.
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