What does overeager mean?
Overeager means Excessively eager..
Overeager
Pronunciation varies by accent · adjective
Meaning
Excessively eager..
Example Sentences
He got a bad haircut from an overeager fellow who had just begun his career as a barber.
Olivia’s dress was too formal, her lipstick was too bright, her hair was freshly trimmed, she was slightly too attentive in the way she looked at Jonathan, and the combined effect was overeager.
Synonyms for overeager
Antonyms for overeager
Related Words
Word Forms
- more overeager
- most overeager
Usage Notes
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is a synonym for overeager?
Common synonyms include eager.
What is the opposite of overeager?
The opposite depends on the specific sense.
How do you use overeager in a sentence?
He got a bad haircut from an overeager fellow who had just begun his career as a barber.
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