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overreaction Definition and Meaning in English (overreaction definition)

noun
Synonyms:exaggerationdisproportionate responseoverkill
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Overreaction definition: An excessive or disproportionate reaction to something, often indicating a lack of emotional control or sound judgment.

Definitions of Overreaction

  1. 1noun

    An excessive or disproportionate reaction to something, often indicating a lack of emotional control or sound judgment.

Example Sentences

“His anger was an overreaction to a minor mistake.”

“The market's overreaction to the news caused a sharp decline.”

“Don't have an overreaction; it was just a joke.”

Synonyms

exaggerationdisproportionate responseoverkill

Antonyms

understatementmeasured responsecalm reaction

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Overreaction definition: An excessive or disproportionate reaction to something, often indicating a lack of emotional control or sound judgment.
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'Overreaction' translates to 'overreaction' in English. Overreaction definition: An excessive or disproportionate reaction to something, often indicating a lack of emotional control or sound judgment.
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