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overreaction

Overreaction (noun) means a response that goes well beyond what the situation warrants. Example: “Cancelling the whole event seemed like an overreaction to one bad review.”

noun
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A response that goes well beyond what the situation warrants.
"Cancelling the whole event seemed like an overreaction to one bad review."

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Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishA response that's way stronger than the situation actually called for.

Word forms

overreactions plural

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Etymology

Built from over- + reaction.

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Frequently asked questions

What does “overreaction” mean?

The word “overreaction” means a response that goes well beyond what the situation warrants. In plain terms, a response that's way stronger than the situation actually called for.

How do you use “overreaction” in a sentence?

Here is “overreaction” used in a sentence: “Cancelling the whole event seemed like an overreaction to one bad review.”

What part of speech is “overreaction”?

“Overreaction” is a noun.

What is the meaning of overreaction?

"overreaction" (noun) means a response that goes well beyond what the situation warrants.

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