overachieving
|o/ver/a/chiev/ing|
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/ˌoʊvərəˈtʃiːvɪŋ/
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/ˌəʊvərəˈtʃiːvɪŋ/
(overachieve)
exceed expectations
Etymology
Etymology Information
'overachieve' originates from the prefix 'over-' meaning 'beyond' and the verb 'achieve' from Old French 'achever', meaning 'to finish'.
Historical Evolution
'achever' transformed into the Middle English word 'achieven', and eventually became the modern English word 'achieve'.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to finish or complete', but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'to perform better than expected'.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Verb 1
to perform better or achieve more than expected or required.
She is known for overachieving in her academic pursuits.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:41