overskilled
|o/ver/skilled|
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/ˌoʊvərˈskɪld/
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/ˌəʊvəˈskɪld/
excessive skills
Etymology
Etymology Information
'overskilled' originates from the combination of 'over-' meaning 'excessive' and 'skilled' meaning 'having the ability or expertise.'
Historical Evolution
'overskilled' evolved from the combination of 'over-' and 'skilled' in modern English to describe someone with excessive skills.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'having more skills than necessary,' and this meaning has remained consistent in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
having more skills than are necessary for a particular job or task.
She felt overskilled for the entry-level position.
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Last updated: 2025/01/21 14:36