overreacting

[oh-ver-ree-ak-ting]

overreacting Definition

to respond more emotionally or forcibly than is justified by the situation.

Using overreacting: Examples

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

  • Example

    She's overreacting to the criticism.

  • Example

    Don't overreact to the news.

  • Example

    He tends to overreact when things go wrong.

overreacting Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for overreacting

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Summary: overreacting in Brief

The term 'overreacting' [oh-ver-ree-ak-ting] means to respond more emotionally or forcibly than is justified by the situation. It is often used to describe someone who exaggerates or dramatizes a situation, and can be formalized as 'exaggerate.'