overcorrect
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/ˌoʊvərkəˈrɛkt/
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/ˌəʊvəkəˈrɛkt/
excessive correction
Etymology
Etymology Information
'overcorrect' originates from English, combining 'over-' meaning 'excessively' and 'correct' meaning 'to make right'.
Historical Evolution
'overcorrect' evolved from the combination of 'over-' and 'correct' in modern English.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to correct excessively', and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Verb 1
to make a correction that is excessive or goes beyond what is necessary.
He tends to overcorrect his mistakes, which sometimes leads to new problems.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:42