overcommit
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/ˌoʊvərkəˈmɪt/
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/ˌəʊvəkəˈmɪt/
excessive commitment
Etymology
Etymology Information
'overcommit' originates from the prefix 'over-' meaning 'excessively' and the verb 'commit' meaning 'to pledge or bind to a certain course or policy.'
Historical Evolution
'commit' changed from the Latin word 'committere' and eventually became the modern English word 'commit.'
Meaning Changes
Initially, 'commit' meant 'to join or entrust,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'pledging or binding oneself to a course.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Verb 1
to commit oneself to more than one can handle or fulfill.
She tends to overcommit to projects at work.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:45