Overzealous
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /ˌəʊvəˈzɛləs/ · Part of speech adjective
Quick meaning: Overzealous is an adjective meaning Too zealous; too enthusiastic or fervent.
Meaning
Too zealous; too enthusiastic or fervent.
Example Sentences
With his overzealous attempts to impress, he only managed to annoy her.
Halo's destruction was your error, and you rightly bear the blame. But the Council was... overzealous.
Word Forms
- over-zealous
Synonyms for overzealous
Depending on context, synonyms include passionate, fanatical, rabid.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include passionate, rabid, fanatical, over-zealous, ultrazealous, overjealous.
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