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Definition of overanxious

overanxious

/ˌoʊ.vɚˈæŋk.ʃəs/
o · ver · anx · ious
Adverb:overanxiously
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overanxious Lexical Profile

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• adjective

1

Excessively or unreasonably worried, nervous, or apprehensive.

Example

"The pediatrician reassured the overanxious parents that the infant's mild fever was completely normal."

2

Excessively eager or impatient to do or achieve something.

Example

"Being overanxious to close the deal, the sales representative accidentally offered a larger discount than authorized."

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• Rhymes for overanxious

• Nearby Words

overanalysis
overanalytical
overanalyze
overanxious
overappreciative
overarch
overarching

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Overanxious. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/overanxious
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