Learn how to use the comparative “more overexpressive” and superlative “most overexpressive” with example sentences and differences.

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Notes from a Native English Speaker

Comparative adjectives help us to describe how good or bad something is when compared to something else. For example, something is taller than something else. Superlative adjectives help us to describe something as having the most or least of a particular characteristic within a group. This makes it easier and more accurate to talk about and compare things.

What is the comparative form of “overexpressive”?

The comparative form of “overexpressive” is “more overexpressive”.

Example

She is more overexpressive than her sister when it comes to showing emotions.

Example

His writing style is more overexpressive than most authors.

What is the superlative form of “overexpressive”?

The superlative form of “overexpressive” is “most overexpressive”.

Example

Among all the actors, she is the most overexpressive in her performances.

Example

His artwork is the most overexpressive I've ever seen.

Why is this expression not used with most, more?

"Most" and "more" are used with "overexpressive" to form the comparatives and superlatives. The forms "more overexpressive" and "most overexpressive" are commonly used to indicate a higher degree of expressive behavior.

Does this expression have an irregular comparative/superlative form?

"Overexpressive" follows the regular pattern of using "more" and "most" for forming comparatives and superlatives.

Expressions with similar meanings to “more overexpressive”

Used to describe someone or something that is more theatrical or exaggerated in expressing emotions or ideas.

Example

Her acting in the play was more dramatic than anyone else's.

Used to indicate that someone or something is more showy or extravagant in their expression.

Example

His fashion sense is more flamboyant than others in the industry.

Expressions with similar meanings to “most overexpressive”

Used to describe someone or something that is the most theatrical or exaggerated in expressing emotions or ideas.

Example

The final scene of the movie was the most dramatic moment.

Used to indicate that someone or something is the most showy or extravagant in their expression.

Example

Her outfit at the award ceremony was the most flamboyant of the night.

Using than with comparative “more overexpressive”

When using the comparative form "more overexpressive" to compare two things, you would use "than" to connect the two parts of the comparison: Example: "She is more overexpressive than her sister when it comes to showing emotions." Here, "than" is used to show that the level of expressiveness in "her" is higher than the level of expressiveness in "her sister."

How can I use this expression in context?

“more overexpressive” and “most overexpressive” can be used in a variety of situations to compare speed.
  • 1Performances

    Her acting in the play was more overexpressive than anyone else's.

    Her acting in the play was more overexpressive than anyone else's.

  • 2Art

    His artwork is the most overexpressive I've ever seen.

    His artwork is the most overexpressive I've ever seen.

  • 3Fashion

    His fashion sense is more flamboyant than others in the industry.

    His fashion sense is more flamboyant than others in the industry.

  • 4Writing

    His writing style is more overexpressive than most authors.

    His writing style is more overexpressive than most authors.

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