overdo
verb/ˌoʊvərˈduː/
Frequency rank: #15,186 most common English word
Meaning
to do something excessively or more than is necessary or wise.
Example sentence
If you overdo the exercise on your first day at the gym, you might feel sore for a week.
Synonyms & related words
- overexert
- overwork
- exaggerate
- exceed
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