overwork

[oh-ver-wurk]

overwork Definition

• 1. to work too much or too hard
• 2. to use excessively

Using overwork: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "overwork" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

• Example

  She overworks herself and never takes a break.

• Example

  The machine was overworked and broke down.

• Example

  Don't overwork the dough or it will become tough.

overwork Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for overwork

• overtax
• strain
• overuse

Phrases with overwork

• overwork oneself

  to work too much or too hard, often to the point of exhaustion

  Example

  He overworked himself trying to meet the deadline.

• overwork someone's patience

  to test someone's patience by asking too much of them or making too many demands

  Example

  Her constant complaining is starting to overwork my patience.

• overwork a joke

  to repeat a joke too many times, making it no longer funny

  Example

  He kept telling the same joke over and over again, overworking it until it was no longer amusing.

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Summary: overwork in Brief

'Overwork' [oh-ver-wurk] means to work too much or too hard, or to use something excessively. It can refer to physical or mental strain, as in 'She overworks herself and never takes a break.' 'Overwork' can also be used to describe excessive use of an object, such as 'The machine was overworked and broke down.'