overassign
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/ˌoʊvərəˈsaɪn/
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/ˌəʊvərəˈsaɪn/
excessive allocation
Etymology
Etymology Information
'overassign' originates from the prefix 'over-' meaning 'excessively' and the verb 'assign' meaning 'to allocate or designate'.
Historical Evolution
'overassign' is a modern English word formed by combining 'over-' and 'assign'.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to assign excessively', and this meaning has remained consistent.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Verb 1
to allocate or distribute more tasks or responsibilities than is reasonable or manageable.
The manager tends to overassign tasks to the team, leading to burnout.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:42