English dictionary
overcompensate meaning and definition
Definition and meaning of overcompensate at MeaningMonkey.org. overcompensate meaning and definition in the English Dictionary.OVERCOMPENSATE verb
Definition of overcompensate (verb)
- make up for shortcomings or a feeling of inferiority by exaggerating good qualities
- "he is compensating for being a bad father"
- synonyms: compensate, cover
- make excessive corrections for fear of making an error
- synonyms: over-correct
Source: Princeton University Wordnet