What does overreaction mean?
Overreaction means A reaction that is excessive..
Overreaction
Pronunciation varies by accent · noun
Meaning
A reaction that is excessive..
Example Sentences
She had every right to dump you, but cutting up all your clothes after she did so was an overreaction.
This whole fear over swine flu was unfounded; it was clearly an overreaction.
The threat of terrorism to the British lies in the overreaction to it of British governments. Each one in turn clicks up the ratchet of surveillance, intrusion and security. Each one diminishes liberty.
In most cases, this overreaction to terrorism poses a far greater threat to our security than the terrorists themselves.
Synonyms for overreaction
Antonyms for overreaction
Related Words
Word Forms
- overreactions
Usage Notes
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is a synonym for overreaction?
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What is the opposite of overreaction?
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How do you use overreaction in a sentence?
She had every right to dump you, but cutting up all your clothes after she did so was an overreaction.
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