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How to say: overcompensate

Spelling: Overcompensate Syllables  overcompensate
US accent
/ˌoʊvɚkˈɑːmpənsˌeɪt/
UK accent
/ˌəʊvəkˈɒmpənsˌeɪt/
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Definition

Definition — make up for shortcomings or a feeling of inferiority by exaggerating good qualities

e.g. “he is compensating for being a bad father”

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